Vecteo Brings Communities Together at Southend Halloween Parade
Families, children and local residents came together this weekend as Vecteo proudly took part in Southend's Halloween Parade, helping create a memorable event filled with fun, creativity and community spirit.
The annual parade provided an opportunity for Vecteo to celebrate the children, young people and communities it supports throughout the year. With decorated vehicles, imaginative costumes and a fantastic turnout, the event brought together colleagues, families and residents for an evening of entertainment along Southend seafront.
For Vecteo, the parade is about more than taking part in a local celebration. It reflects the organisation's commitment to creating inclusive opportunities that enable people of all ages and abilities to feel connected, supported and involved in their local community.
Vecteo provides a broad range of transport and logistics services across the region, including:
- SEND home-to-school transport for children and young people with additional needs.
- Fully trained and DBS compliant Passenger Assistants who provide support throughout journeys.
- Community transport services helping residents stay connected and independent.
- Adult Social Care transport, ensuring individuals can access essential care and support services.
- Dial-a-Ride services supporting those who may otherwise struggle to travel.
- Logistics and specialist transport solutions for public sector partners and local communities.
Each school day, Vecteo safely transports around over 540 children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to and from their schools using both in-house vehicles and trusted transport partners. Services are carefully tailored to individual requirements, providing consistency, reassurance and a familiar environment for children and their families.
Taking part in community events such as the Halloween Parade reflects Vecteo's commitment to making a positive difference beyond transport, building stronger relationships with local people and supporting inclusive communities where everyone can thrive.
John Ormond, Driver for Project 49 Day Centre, said:
"This is much more than a transport service. Every day we help people access education, care, community activities and opportunities that make a real difference to their lives. Events such as the Halloween Parade are a fantastic way to connect with local families and showcase the positive impact our teams have across the community."
Vicky Hennebry, HR Manager, added:
"The Halloween Parade is one of the highlights of the year for our team and the children and young people we support. This year they designed the theme themselves, with a giant spider idea that our team brought to life after weeks of planning and preparation.
It was wonderful to see so many families enjoying the event and to watch the children take pride in seeing their ideas become reality. The best feedback came at the end of the evening when many were already asking if they could take part again next year, with pirates proving an early favourite for the next parade theme."
Join the Vecteo Team
As demand for services continues to grow, Vecteo is looking to recruit caring, reliable and community-minded drivers to join its team.
The part-time, term-time positions are ideal for people seeking flexible work that fits around other commitments while making a genuine difference to the lives of children and families. Full training is provided, including safeguarding and disability awareness training, and previous SEND experience is not essential.
Applicants must hold a full driving licence and successfully complete enhanced DBS checks.
Those interested in joining the Vecteo team can find out more and apply via www.southessexpropertyservices.co.uk.
About Vecteo
Vecteo is a specialist transport provider delivering SEND home-to-school transport, community transport, Adult Social Care transport, Dial-a-Ride services, passenger assistance and logistics solutions across Essex. Through its transport services and community partnerships, Vecteo helps residents access education, healthcare, community activities and essential services, supporting independence, inclusion and wellbeing across local communities.