Social Enterprise Network Thurrock- SENT

01/04/2025

Sign Up Here: 🐣🐰

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🎉 There are lots of activities this April at B3 alongside our regular weekly groups at the Thurrock family hubs.

To kick things off we have an Easter egg hunt in partnership with a few other Thurrock based organisations, at Grays town Park on the 12th April.

✅ Sign up is ESSENTIAL to take part in the activities or the Egg hunt itself.

Use the QR code or the link below for your space
Adults are £1 and children 50p (payment taken on the day).

We have gone all out to make this a fun day for all the family - don't miss out!!

B3- Bumps Birth and Belonging

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11/03/2025

07/03/2025

Riverview Charitable Trust
🌟 Job Opportunity Alert! 🌟

We're sharing this exciting opportunity on behalf of Riverview Charitable Trust!

They are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Early Years Practitioner to join their team in Purfleet-on-Thames, Essex. If you have the skills to support babies, toddlers, and families while delivering high-quality Early Years activities, they’d love to hear from you!

📅 16 hours per week (term-time only)
📍 Tuesdays and Thursdays
📝 Closing Date: 24th March 2025

For more info or to apply, email: [email protected] (ref: EYRole)

Help us spread the word! 💬

25/02/2025

🚨 Reminder! 🚨
Thurrock Soup is happening TOMORROW! 🎉 You don’t need to pitch an idea to attend—just come along, enjoy the event, and have your say in supporting local businesses! 🗳️✨

Sign up here- https://wkf.ms/3CADY3o

Don’t miss out! Have your say!

25/02/2025

✨ Support for Thurrock's Social Entrepreneurs! ✨

Social Enterprise Network Thurrock- SENT is your one-stop destination for all things entrepreneurial, innovative, and impactful in Thurrock!

The SENT programme empowers our vibrant community of social entrepreneurs by offering support, including:

✨Comprehensive training sessions covering a wide range of topics including personal development, market research, social media marketing, and social impact reporting.
✨Support with securing funding and navigating administration.
✨1-2-1 mentoring support from seasoned professionals.
✨Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.

The programme is available to both existing social enterprises and those who are considering starting their own social enterprise.

To find more information or to refer to our service please contact us by email on [email protected]. This programme is funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Basildon Alliance for Social Enterprise Support - BASES CIC

21/02/2025

Got an idea to make Thurrock better? Pitch it & win £500! 💡🎤

Picture this: a cozy room full of passionate, community-minded people, all gathered to hear your idea that could make a real difference. 🌍✨ Over a warm bowl of soup, you’ll get the chance to share your vision, connect with like-minded people, and maybe even walk away with £500 to bring it to life!

Here’s how it works:
🍲 Share your idea – big or small, as long as it helps the community.
🎤 Pitch it on the night – just a few minutes to make your case.
🙌 The audience votes for their favourite project.
💰 The winner gets £500 to kick-start their idea!
It could be a creative project, a way to tackle social issues, or something to improve local spaces—whatever it is, we want to hear it!
📅 When? Wednesday 26th February at 5:30 PM
📍 Where? Waves Cafe, South Essex College, High Street, Grays, Essex, RM17 6TF
🥣 Entry? Just £5 for a bowl of soup & a roll of bread
📝 RSVP here: https://wkf.ms/3CADY3o

Supported by Riverside Community Big Local!

Come along, share your idea, meet some amazing people, and let’s make something great happen! 💙🔥

17/02/2025

Got a brilliant idea to make Thurrock's community better? Pitch it & win £500! 🎤💡

Imagine a room full of passionate, community-minded people, all gathered to hear your idea that could make a real difference. 🌍✨ Over a warm bowl of soup, you’ll get the chance to pitch your project, hear from other changemakers, and rally support for your vision.

Here’s how it works:

🍲 You submit your idea – big or small – as long as it benefits the community.

🎤 On the night, you’ll have just a few minutes to share your pitch.

🙌 Everyone votes for their favorite idea.

💰 The winner takes home £500 to kick-start their project!

Whether it’s tackling social issues, launching a creative project, or improving local spaces, your idea could be the one that gets funded!

📅 Date: Wednesday 26th February - 5:30pm

📍 Location: Waves Cafe, South Essex College, High Street, Grays, Essex. RM17 6TF

🥣 Bring £5 for your bowl of soup and a roll

📝 RSVP - https://wkf.ms/3CADY3o

Ready to make an impact? Complete the RSVP and let’s build something amazing together! 💙🔥

21/01/2025

, an amazing opportunity in Thurrock 🫶

⭐ FEBRUARY NETWORKING EVENT ⭐

Join Nwes for a monthly networking event held on the second Tuesday of every month. This is the perfect opportunity to mingle with likeminded business individuals in a relaxed environment. No matter your business type or size, everyone is welcome!
Details of the first meeting can be found below.

Date: Tuesday 11 February 2025
Time: 07:30 to 08:30
Location: The Old Courthouse, Orsett Road, Grays Thurrock, RM17 5DD

Come along or email [email protected] for more information.

13/01/2025

✨ Support for Thurrock's Social Entrepreneurs! ✨

Social Enterprise Network Thurrock- SENT is your one-stop destination for all things entrepreneurial, innovative, and impactful in Thurrock!

The SENT programme empowers our vibrant community of social entrepreneurs by offering support, including:

✨Comprehensive training sessions covering a wide range of topics including personal development, market research, social media marketing, and social impact reporting.
✨Support with securing funding and navigating administration.
✨1-2-1 mentoring support from seasoned professionals.
✨Networking opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.

Support is available to both existing social enterprises and those who are considering starting their own social enterprise.

To find more information or to refer to our service please contact us by email on [email protected]. This programme is funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Basildon Alliance for Social Enterprise Support - BASES CIC

09/01/2025

09/01/2025

As part of National Apprenticeship Week 2025 the Thurrock Careers team are hosting an apprenticeship recruitment event to help connect local people with employers.

📅 Date: Tuesday 11 February
📍 Venue: Thameside Theatre, Grays
🎟️ Free to attend

If you are interested in exhibiting at the event please email [email protected].