John Askey saw his side claim back-to-back wins on home soil against Gateshead and Maidenhead United and will be looking to carry that into the trip to Roots Hall.
Pools lost their first away game of the season at Barnet and face a Shrimpers side who scored an emphatic win over Oldham Athletic last time out on home soil.
But will Askey stick with the side who enjoyed a 3-1 success in midweek? Here we predict our starting XI for the weekend trip to Essex:
5. Alex Lacey
Lacey's return to the defence has coincided with back-to-back wins for Hartlepool. (Credit: Michael Driver | MI News) Photo: Michael Driver
6. David Ferguson
Captain Ferguson scored Hartlepool's third goal of the game against Maidenhead. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
7. Tom Crawford
Crawford was part of an impressive midfield display against Maidenhead in midweek. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid
8. Callum Cooke
Cooke has enjoyed back-to-back strong performances including an assist in the win over Gateshead. Picture by FRANK REID Photo: Frank Reid