FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,346.56 per annum - Dependent upon experience Benefits: Company Car or 2,000 Car Allowance, 30 days' Annual Leave, rising to 35 day's with length of service, + Bank Holidays (pro-rata), Life Assurance, Company Pension, On-site Free Parking, Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan Location: Hybrid with a caseload supporting our foster parents in Wigan, Preston and the Southport area. ABOUT US Set up by a former foster parent and former social worker in 1994, Foster Care Associates (FCA) is an established fostering agency which forms part of the Polaris Community - one of the UK's largest leading communities of children's service providers. The business was born out of an enthusiasm for delivering fostering services to make a positive difference to the lives of looked after children. Our first office was in the Worcestershire countryside, and that's still where our Head...

Marketing Executive Location : Skelmersdale based WN8 9TW Salary: £28,500 per annum + Additional Benefits! Contract: Full time, Permanent 37.5 hours per week Benefits: 23 holidays per year + public holidays, Enhanced pension contributions, Employer paid Healthcare Cash Plan, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Employee Assistance Programme and support for CPD! Sustainable Energy Services is a well-known expert in our field! We are now recruiting for a Marketing Executive to support the continued growth of Sustainable Energy Services, part of a dynamic group of companies operating across decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and new construction. You will report into the Head of Marketing, playing a key role in delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns that raise brand awareness and support ambitious growth targets across four innovative, impact-driven group companies: Sustainable Building Services: Award-winning leader in residential decarbonisation and whole-house...

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Skelmersdale Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00 Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum dependant on experience Our client, a leading supplier of garden products, is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward-thinking business that invests in its people, equipment, and long-term growth. The Role: You'll be responsible for maintaining and improving mechanical, electrical, and pump systems across the site. This is a hands-on role, requiring both technical expertise and the ability to support production teams with fault-finding and continuous improvement. Key Duties: Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM). Respond to equipment breakdowns and production issues. Minimise downtime through effective fault-finding and improvements. Manage spare parts stock and procurement. Support installation and commissioning of new equipment. Ensure...

Quality Administrator Location : Skelmersdale, WN8 9TW Salary : £27,000 per annum + £3,000 car allowance + Excellent Benefits Contract & Hours : Full-time, Permanent 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Benefits : Enhanced pension contributions, Employer-paid Healthcare Cash Plan, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Employee Assistance Programme, and support for CPD Must have a full UK driving license Sustainable Building Services (SBS) is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation solutions provider and principal contractor delivering at scale across all housing tenure types social, owner-occupied, and private rental homes. As a leader in residential decarbonisation, energy efficiency, and whole-house retrofit, we currently manage and deliver over £100m+ large-scale retrofit schemes, blending funding across mixed-tenures to maximise positive impact across communities. Our work directly improves the living conditions, health, comfort, and wellbeing of thousands of...

Bid Coordinator role £27k dep in experience Based full time in Skelmersdale Are you a recent graduate (or starting out in your career) with strong admin skills and a positive, ambitious mindset? We re looking for someone who is: - Organised and detail-oriented - Confident using Microsoft Outlook, Excel & Office tools - Eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career No experience? No problem. You ll receive full training and ongoing support to help you succeed from day one. This is more than just a starting role - after 12 months, there s a clear pathway to progress into a Sales Representative position. If you re ready to kickstart your career and grow with a supportive team, we d love to hear from you. Duties and Responsibilities: • Reviewing tender notice alerts. • Searching for new opportunities. • Checking emails and managing the team inbox. • Putting together a brief overview of new opportunities for circulation. • Supporting the bid / no bid process. • Expression...

Are you looking to start a career in logistics? Are you ready for your next challenge? We are looking for a full-time Warehouse Operative to join us at our reverse operation in for our client in Skelmersdale, WN8 8DY. This warehouse supports the cardboard and plastic recycling process for one of the leading grocery supermarkets. The site is a fast-paced, diverse environment, with plenty of development opportunities available. Your pay rate as a Warehouse Operative: Day shift: 12.42p/h , Night shift: 13.22p/h Typical working hours as a full time Warehouse Operative: You will be working 12-hour shifts on a 4 on, 4 off rotation (4days - 4off - 4nights) Day shift: 6am - 6pm Night shift: 6pm - 6am Your role as a Warehouse Operative: Sort the plastic trays on the pallets Empty cages of cardboard or plastic onto the bailing machine ready for condensing. Ensure a hazard free zone by guaranteeing that all the work areas are kept clean and tidy....

Job Title: Unqualified SEND Teaching Assistant (Temp-to-Perm) Location: Skelmersdale Setting: Primary & Secondary SEND School Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Perm Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are working with a welcoming SEND school in Skelmersdale that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils across both primary and secondary age groups. This is an excellent opportunity for someone without formal qualifications but with the right attitude and transferable experience-whether that's in care, support work, youth work, or personal experience supporting individuals with additional needs. Key Responsibilities Support pupils with a range of SEND needs on a 1:1 and small group basis Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and accessible lessons Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation Support with personal care where required Help create a safe, structured, and nurturing...

Control Systems Engineer Skelmersdale (hybrid) Monday to Friday (flexible working hours) 50,000 to 55,000 + bonus, pension, private healthcare and other benefits Fantastic opportunity to join a business at the forefront of manufacturing technology as a Control Systems Engineer. Join a growing team with plenty of opportunity to progess. You'll be working on complex and engaging automation projects for manufacturing in the aerospace, automative, architectural and other sectors. Responsibilities Create and enhance process control systems from concept through to implementation. PLC programming, SCADA development and advanced control techniques from PID loops to AI and machine learning. Develop and implement inspection systems and instruments to maintain top-tier product and process quality. Partner with R&D and production teams to identify and deliver process improvements safely and effectively. Provide technical support, while upgrading and maintaining...

Welder Bacup Temp to Perm Pay rate - 15.90 Monday to Thursday 6am to 5pm Good Transport links across Greater Manchester and Lancashire Search recruitment are looking for an experienced welder/fabricator to join our industry leading manufacturing client based in Bacup. The successful candidate must have Mig and Tig welding experience and be able to weld on a variety of metals. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to join a business that continues to grow. Duties of this role will include: Welding and Fabricating Supporting in the machine shop where necessary Cutting and drilling Grinding and polishing General labouring around the factory. Adhering to all health and safety while on site. The successful welder must: Be hardworking Have a minimum of 2 years experience Be comfortable working on their own Be experienced welding on aluminium If you are interested in this role for a welder please apply today or send an email to removed) Search is an equal...

We're working with a growing and well-established business in Rawtenstall looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, commercially focused role with real progression. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant seeking a role with genuine exposure to senior stakeholders and clear progression into a Senior Management Accountant role Management Accountant - The Package: Competitive salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Study support and clear route to qualification Defined progression path into senior roles Exposure to commercial decision-making Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture Responsibilities: Full preparation of monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis Producing insightful commentary to support business performance Supporting budgeting, forecasting,...

Adecco are currently looking for a School Cleaner to work for our client in the Rossendale area, on a temporary basis. Key Responsibilities: Maintain cleanliness across classrooms, corridors, toilets, and communal areas. Perform general cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and emptying bins. Ensure that all cleaning tasks are completed to a high standard and within allocated timeframes. Safely use and store cleaning equipment and chemicals in line with school policies. Follow all health, safety, and hygiene regulations to maintain a safe environment for students and staff. Requirements: Previous cleaning experience is essential, ideally within a school or educational setting. A good understanding of cleaning procedures and COSHH. Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service. Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic. Due...

Buyer - Exciting Opportunity in a Growing Manufacturing Environment We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team, taking responsibility for the sourcing and procurement of key raw materials and components. This is a great opportunity to play an important role in ensuring a reliable supply chain, competitive pricing, and strong supplier performance within a manufacturing environment. What We Offer Salary to 50,000 33 days holiday (increasing with service) Pension scheme (5% employee / 5% employer via salary sacrifice) Life assurance (3x salary) Financial support for continued professional development (CPD) Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities Source suppliers and manage RFQs Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor trends Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships Monitor supplier performance and drive...

About the Role: Prospero Teaching is excited to announce an opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant with in an excellent secondary school in the Liverpool area. Learning Support Assistant Location: Ormskirk, L39 Start Date : April 2026 Contract Type: Full-time Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm Pay: Paid to scale Responsibilities Supporting Students: Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with additional needs, helping them engage and succeed in their studies. Classroom Assistance: Assist the class teacher in managing the classroom, preparing materials, and implementing lesson plans. Behavioural Support: Help manage and improve student behaviour, ensuring a positive and conducive learning environment. Encouraging Inclusion: Ensuring students feel valued and supported in the classroom. Monitoring Progress: Helping students achieve their learning goals. Requirements: Previous experience working...

Alternative Provision Teacher (English / PSHE / Drama / General Cover) Location: Ormskirk Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) Contract: Full Time, Permanent (Part Time considered) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:15pm (Term Time Only) About the Role We are looking for a motivated and resilient Teacher to join an Alternative Provision setting in Ormskirk, working with pupils in Years 10 and 11 . This is a varied role, delivering English, PSHE, Drama , and general cover lessons to students who may be disengaged from mainstream education. You'll play a key role in rebuilding confidence, supporting behaviour, and helping pupils achieve positive outcomes both academically and personally. Key Responsibilities Deliver engaging and adaptable lessons across English, PSHE, Drama, and general subjects Differentiate teaching to meet a range of needs, including SEMH Manage behaviour effectively and create a calm, supportive environment Track and monitor pupil...

Our client are seeking an experience Sales Estimator to join a dynamic, office-based team. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong technical aptitude who is looking to develop within a specialist and growing sector. The Role You'll be responsible for managing enquiries from initial assessment through to quotation and order processing. Working closely with internal teams, clients, and suppliers, you'll ensure the most suitable products and solutions are specified for each project. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing and assessing incoming enquiries from both internal teams and customers Advising on suitable products in collaboration with clients and manufacturing teams Preparing detailed cost estimates using specialist software and internal systems Calculating associated costs such as transport and installation Producing and issuing quotations, and handling any follow-up queries Checking incoming orders against quotations for accuracy and completeness...

SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) - No Qualification Needed Ormskirk, Lancashire 90 - 100 per day Start ASAP What's the job? We're looking for a caring, reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to support young people (16+) with additional needs in an SEN setting in Ormskirk. You'll help students feel supported, stay engaged, and build confidence in a calm, structured environment. What you'll be doing: Supporting students 1:1 or in small groups Helping with classwork + life skills Encouraging confidence, independence, and routine Managing behaviour using calm, supportive techniques Working closely with teachers and support staff Adapting tasks to suit different learning needs You'd be a good fit if you: Have experience with young people (SEN is a bonus, not essential) Are patient, calm, and understanding Can stay positive, even in challenging situations Work well in a team Genuinely want to make a difference Requirements: Right to work in...

My client, a successful Solicitors is currently looking for Family Law Paralegal's to work intheir Crosby branch Role responsibilities; Opening files Day to day assistance for the team Updating clients on case progress Communicating with courts, experts and agencies Appointment making Taking and making calls Preparing bundles of documents for hearings Dealing with clients both in person and remotely where necessary General legal and admin support Diary management Attending court assisting counsel and/ or clients Carrying out legal aid assessments and applications Taking client appointments and initial instructions The right person for this job will; Be a self-starter and always ready to get involved Good with people Work well within a vibrant team Be flexible and able to accommodate client or team needs Have great time management skills and be able to prioritise heavy workloads It is preferable to have at least 12 months experience working in a family law team...

Creative Support is looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to help manage nine high-quality learning disability support services in Chorley and Wigan. You will be working alongside the Registered Manager to maintain an overview of the services, lead a highly-motivated team of support workers and contribute to the further development of service. You must be an accomplished manager and have extensive experience and knowledge of working within the social care sector in support of people who have a learning disability. The successful candidate will be based in one specific service 3 days a week and the other 2 days completing tasks and audits as requested by the Registered Manager. You will be responsible for the service provision in the following ways: To take responsibility under direction of the Registered Manager for the delivery of bespoke services To co-ordinate the service ensuring all support delivered is tailored to the individual needs of...

Are you looking for the right role for you? Then look no further Loader Operative - Chorley Hourly Rate - £13.45 per hour (effective from 1st April) Hours - 40 hours per week, 6:45am to 3:15pm Location - Chorley, PR26 7PF As a Loader Operative at FCC Environment, you will play a key role in delivering a professional, courteous, and helpful waste collection service to our customers and the public. You will be expected to assist the driver in collecting refuse containers safely and efficiently and contributing to the smooth operation of daily waste collection services. This vacancy is for a full-time position, working 5 days per week. Our promise to you - Competitive salary - 28 days' annual leave (full-time working) - Pension scheme - On-the-job training and progression - Recognition scheme - Refer a friend - Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, holiday purchase and more (where applicable) -...

Our client is a well-established and growing building services contractor, delivering mechanical and plumbing packages across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager The Role: This is a key position within the business, responsible for managing multiple mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and final account. The ideal candidate will come from a plumbing or mechanical trade background, with a strong understanding of delivering mechanical services on fast-paced construction projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage projects from tender handover through to completion and final account agreement Oversee mechanical and plumbing installations across multiple sites Prepare and review RAMS, programmes, and technical submissions Manage procurement of materials, plant, and subcontract packages Liaise with clients,...