1737 jobs found in Wigan

Production Operative Hours: rotating shifts of 6am-2pm/ 2pm-10pm Pay Rate: £12.71 Shift: Monday-Friday (weekend work available) Contract: Temp- Perm Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and kickstart a career within a great company! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Repair & Maintenance Operative to join our client's team in Wigan on a temporary to permanent basis. No experience is required, and you can start as soon as possible! Responsibilities: Carry out repairs and maintenance tasks according to the company's guidelines and standards. Conduct regular inspections to identify any potential issues and address them promptly. Perform preventative maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of facilities and equipment. Maintain accurate records of completed tasks and report any unresolved issues to the supervisor. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure timely completion of repair and maintenance projects. Adhere to health and safety...

Our client Wigan Council is looking for a Children's Advanced Practitioner to join their Duty service. Job description An Advanced Practitioner is a critical role within the team as they offer mentoring, coaching, support, and practice expertise to other less experienced team members. The role has acknowledged depth of expertise, including the assessment and appropriate management of risk. This role will help to deliver and lead good quality, child-centred practice across the service. You will ensure that the Family Safeguarding model is embedded in all our work with children and families. You will demonstrate effective leadership and management to support staff and work alongside Team Managers to ensure that the service meets all statutory requirements and practice standards. You will be key in developing the whole workforce, fostering a culture of continued learning, encouraging reflection and through leading by example. You will help enable learning circles, group...

Our client Wigan Council is looking for a MASH Deputy Team Manager to join their team. Job Purpose To support the Team Manager in leading and managing the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), ensuring timely, proportionate and high-quality safeguarding decision-making for children and families. The post holder will provide operational leadership, professional supervision, quality assurance, and performance management while promoting effective partnership working with statutory and voluntary agencies. The Deputy Team Manager will ensure that safeguarding referrals are appropriately screened, assessed and progressed in line with legislation, statutory guidance and local safeguarding procedures. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Management Support the Team Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the MASH. Provide leadership, guidance and professional support to social workers and other team members. Deputise for the Team Manager in their absence. Allocate work...

Primary Teacher Tradewind Teaching Agency is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting our educators every step of the way! Are you a dedicated and passionate Primary Teacher seeking an inspiring teaching opportunity? Tradewind are excited to recruit for a Primary Teacher position at a reputable Wigan school. Position: Year 3 Teacher School: Well-established 1.5 form entry Wigan School Start Date: September until December 2026 temp to perm Working Hours: 8.15 am - 3.30 pm, 5 days a week Pay Rates: £165-£210 per day (paid to scale up to M6 ) Role Requirements: We are looking for a talented Year 3 Teacher with a strong background in delivering engaging and effective lessons, fostering a love for learning. Excellent behaviour management skills are essential, ensuring a respectful and focused classroom environment. Your dedication to pupil development and academic progress will be paramount in preparing them for future success. To join us and be...

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant (1:1 SEND Support) - September 2026 Location: Wigan Contract type: Full-time, ongoing temporary contract (5 days per week) from September 2026 Salary: £92.56 - £110.00 per day (dependent on experience) About the role: We are seeking a caring, patient and dedicated Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Wigan from September. This full-time role involves providing 1:1 support for a pupil and is expected to continue on a long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships and making a genuine difference to a child's educational journey. Key responsibilities: Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil Work closely with the class teacher to deliver tailored learning support Adapt activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil Encourage confidence, independence and engagement in learning Promote positive behaviour using the school's behaviour policy...

Rullion are looking to recruit for the following position. Warehouse & Logistics Assistant ASAP Start Duration : 6 months Inside IR35 £15.00 Per hour PAYE , £19.25 Per hour Umbrella Wednesday Thursday and Friday 8 hours per day. 150% overtime rates. Core hours - 7.30am-4.30pm Location Wigan, UKJob description: To ensure that all inventory movements are recorded and controlled in an accurate and auditable manner, meeting the demands of Operational requiremens. Providing information to site stores supervisor to ensure Inventory is managed correctly and conducting inventory counting to procedures Order, receive, pick, pack, issue and despatch invetory whilst maintaining fully auditable records on both system and paper accurately Maintain a safe, clear and clean environment ensuring all procedures are adhered to. Including equipment maintenance. Conduct weekly/annual cycle checks and report accuracy Behave with flexibility to support operational requirements whilst...

Cover Supervisor Opportunities - Wigan Schools Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting Cover Supervisors to support a variety of secondary schools across Wigan. We are looking to hear from confident and enthusiastic individuals who are interested in daily supply, long-term placements, fixed-term contracts and temporary-to-permanent opportunities from September onwards. This is an excellent opportunity for: Graduates considering teacher training Experienced Cover Supervisors Sports Coaches Youth Workers Tutors Individuals with experience working with young peopleAs a Cover Supervisor, you'll deliver pre-planned lessons in the absence of the class teacher, manage classroom behaviour and ensure students remain engaged with their learning. The successful candidates will: Have experience working with young people Be confident leading a classroom Demonstrate excellent communication skills Build positive relationships with students and staff Be adaptable, reliable and...

Role: Groundworker Location: Wigan Contract type: Temporary (Full time) Start date: ASAP Duration: 4 months Pay rate: Negotiable depending on experience and tickets Working hours: 8am - 6pm Monday to Friday Fawkes & Reece contact: Brad (Bolton office) - bdavies@(url removed)The role: We need all round groundworkers who are comfortable in all aspects. Requirements: *Previous experience as a Groundworker *CSCS Card *Strong work ethic in a team *Be approachable and happy to work as a point of contact when working in a standalone position What to do next: If you think you would be a good candidate for this role or would like to find out more about the position, please reach out to Brad in our Bolton Office on (phone number removed) or via email: bdavies@(url removed)

Our client Wigan Council is looking for a Family safeguarding Social Worker to join their Locality, Duty, CWD team. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and...

Teaching Assistant Have you got experience of working with phonics groups? Tradewind are recruiting for an experienced Level 2 Reception Teaching Assistant! Tradewind are working with a Primary School in Wigan, to recruit an experienced reception Teaching Assistant who has also worked with groups of children focusing on phonics interventions. This member of staff will be working full time on a long-term temporary basis, starting in September and continuing until July 2027. This 'Good' Primary School in Wigan have dedicated staff who work to ensure that they develop each child's individual abilities to reach their own full potential but also to grow as people. The teachers focus on developing English and Maths within school which has resulted in SATs scores being higher than the national average. The staff within school are very passionate, supportive and welcoming. The successful candidate will have the following experience and attributes: Previous experience supporting...

Groundworkers / Drainage Operatives - Wigan Location: Wigan About the Role We are currently recruiting experienced Groundworkers / Drainage Operatives for long-term work based in Wigan. This role involves working as part of an established gang carrying out drainage, sewer, and civil engineering works on a major project. If you have a strong background in drainage and sewer installation and hold a valid Confined Spaces certificate, we'd like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Carry out drainage and sewer installation, repairs, and maintenance. Install pipes, manholes, chambers, and associated drainage infrastructure. Work safely in confined spaces following site procedures. Operate as part of a drainage gang to complete works efficiently. Read and work from drawings and site plans. Maintain a safe and tidy working environment. Follow all health and safety procedures on site. Essential Requirements Proven experience in drainage and sewer works. Confined Spaces certificate...

Year 6 Teaching Assistant Location: Outskirts of Wigan Start Date: September 2026 Duration: September to December (with potential to extend for the right candidate) Salary: £95 a day Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Key Stage 2? Do you have the skills to motivate and inspire Year 6 pupils as they prepare for their transition to secondary school? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic, and proactive Year 6 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school located on the outskirts of Wigan. This is a full-time, temporary role starting in September 2026 until December, with a strong possibility of extending further into the academic year. The Role As a Year 6 Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils during a crucial academic year. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of high-quality lessons aligned with the Key Stage 2 curriculum. Leading...

Join a welcoming secondary school community and inspire the next generation. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join a successful secondary school in Wigan. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about supporting young people and creating a positive learning environment. Working as part of a committed team, you will play an important role in ensuring students continue to receive high-quality learning and support in the absence of their usual classroom teacher. The Role As a Cover Supervisor, you will: * Supervise classes across a variety of subjects when teachers are unavailable. * Deliver pre-prepared lessons and ensure students remain engaged with their learning. * Manage classroom behaviour in line with the school's expectations and values. * Support students to achieve their best academically and personally. * Build positive relationships with students and staff. * Provide feedback to teaching staff...

Your new company Are you a HLTA on the lookout for your next role? If so, Hays could have the perfect role for you. We have been approached by a local school in Wigan looking to secure a HLTA to work 5 days a week, covering classes in the morning and delivering IT in the afternoons. This is a popular school in the community and gets a lot of praise from staff there. This is a Hays partnership school, so you won't find this job elsewhere. Your new role This role is to support class teachers across school who need to take time out of their days to plan and prepare lessons, as well as providing small group sessions to pupils who are behind or struggling with their work. You will be required to cover classes across school in the mornings, so this could be anything from KS1 to KS2 and then deliver IT sessions in the afternoons. You should be flexible moving across different year groups and have experience working as a HLTA. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in...

GROUNDWORKERS REQUIRED (x6) - WIGAN Approx Dates: 16th July 2026 - 25th September 2026 We are currently recruiting a squad of 6 experienced Groundworkers for a commercial development in the Wigan area. Contract Details Start Date: Wednesday, 15th July 2026 End Date: Friday, 25th September 2026 (approx. 10 weeks of guaranteed work) Hours: Approx 50 hours per week Rate: £19.48 per hour CIS Key Duties Deep drainage, pipe laying, and ducting. Slab laying, kerbing, edging, and concrete works. Assisting machine operators with general ground preparation and excavation. Upholding strict site health and safety standards. Requirements Qualifications: Blue CPCS card is highly preferred (specifically dumper/roller tickets), but a valid CSCS Card is acceptable for skilled groundworkers. Experience: Proven track record in commercial or civil groundworks (references will be requested). PPE: Full orange or yellow 5-point PPE required. Reliability: Must be punctual, hardworking,...

Social Worker – Assessment Team - Wigan Council Location: Wigan  Pay/Salary: up to £40 per hour Office Working: 2-3 Days per week Contract: Locum We are currently working with Wigan Council to find an experienced Advanced Practitioner for their Duty and Assessment Team within Children’s Services. With a stable management team and a mostly permanent workforce, Wigan are looking for someone with solid experience to be able to pick up a caseload. The Duty service is fast paced service consisting of 5 duty teams. Each team has a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, Senior Social worker and 6 Social Workers. You will be on duty once every 5 weeks. Duties Carry out needs led child focused assessments Hold a small, but complex caseload of single assessments (S17) and S47 investigations (this includes opportunities for co-working to support less experienced practitioners) Participate in the duty system, responding to safeguarding concerns Prioritise demand and make effective...

6 x Groundworkers Required – Wigan (WN2) RedSky Personnel are currently recruiting for 6 experienced Groundworkers to join a busy civil engineering project in Wigan (WN2). Start Date: Wednesday 15th July 2026 Location: Wigan (WN2) Duration: Approximately 3 months Duties will include: Drainage installation Foundation works General groundworks Working as part of an experienced site team Requirements: Valid Blue CSCS Card (essential) Previous experience in drainage and foundation works Own PPE Reliable with a strong work ethic This is an excellent opportunity to secure 3 months of consistent work with a well-established recruitment business supplying skilled operatives across the UK. For more information or to apply, call Alfie @ Redsky personnel

Role: Groundworker Location: Barracks Road, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN2 5TE Rate: £19.48 per hour Hours: 08:00 - 18:00 Monday to Friday Duration: 3 months Our client, a leading multidisciplinary main contractor specialising in construction and civil engineering projects across the UK, is currently seeking for Groundworkers to join them on a busy site based at Barracks Road, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN2 5TE . As a Groundworker, your duties will include: Assisting with general groundworks as required Preparing sub-bases and laying materials accurately Installing block paving and kerb edging Excavations, drainage, ducting, reinstatement, and general site preparation Dumper / Roller ticket preferableIf you are interested in our Groundowrkers position based at Barracks Road, Wigan, United Kingdom, WN2 5TE, please apply and the team will be in touch. SkyBlue Solutions is an equal opportunity employer

HGV Class 1 Driver  Location: Wigan Salary: £17.93 - £20.17 per hour (Minimum 9 hours pay per shift, RHP) Paye Job Type: Ongoing / Full-time / Temp to Perm Opportunities / General Work We’re currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for Curtain side General Haulage work with a well-established logistics client in Wigan. If you're looking for stable, clean work with great pay and a consistent shift pattern, we want to hear from you! Key Details: Pay Rate: £16.00 - £18.00 per hr LTD Pay Rate: £17.93 - £20.17 per hr incRHP Shifts: Fixed Shift Patterns Available Guaranteed Minimum Pay: 9 hours per shift Start Times: Varied start times available to suit your preference Work Type: General Haulage / Trunk Work Start Date: Immediate starts available Contract Type: Ongoing / Long-term work Requirements: A valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence Minimum 6 months' Class 1 driving experience in the UK A valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card Good understanding of driver hours and...

Technical Manager - Food Manufacturing (6 Month FTC) £55,000 - £60,000 + Pension + 25 Days Holiday (Pro Rata) + Company Benefits Wigan Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm Are you a Technical Manager or Senior Quality professional looking to gain experience within a large-scale bakery ingredients environment where you can take ownership of technical standards, maintain compliance and play a key role in supporting a well-established business? The site supplies bakery blends and ingredient solutions to major retailers, foodservice businesses and wholesalers across the UK. They are a part of a wider food manufacturing group with a national presence that has continued to invest in the site. In this role you'll lead the site's technical function, maintaining food safety, quality and compliance standards across a large-scale manufacturing operation. You'll oversee a small technical team, manage audits and customer requirements, and act as the site's key technical expert. The ideal candidate...