Software Controls Engineer 3-6 month contract £45.00 £55.00 p/h DOE (Outside IR35) Liverpool Wigan St Helens Warrington Bolton Automation / PLC / Siemens TIA Portal / Rockwell / Allen-Bradley I am currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK manufacturer operating within a fast-paced production environment. They are seeking an experienced Software Controls Engineer to support an ongoing automation upgrade programme on a short-term contract basis. For this position, you will be required to carry out the following duties: Develop and modify PLC software using Siemens TIA Portal and/or Rockwell Studio 5000 across live production systems Support the commissioning and integration of new automated equipment into existing production lines Assist with FAT and SAT testing, including execution, sign-off and documentation Support integration between PLCs, HMIs, sensors and third-party systems Create and maintain commissioning documentation including I/O...

School Catering Assistants Needed in Wigan - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is hiring temporary School Catering Staff for primary and secondary schools across Wigan . If you're available during school hours, this is the ideal opportunity for you! Hours : Monday to Friday, 9am - 2pm (with flexibility) What You'll Do : Prepare and serve food to students and staff Maintain kitchen cleanliness (washing up, cleaning) Serve food in a friendly, polite manner Follow food safety and hygiene standards Assist with safeguarding duties Requirements : Enhanced DBS clearance (we can help you obtain this for 59.50) Completion of online training for Food Hygiene , Safeguarding , and KCSIE (provided) Why Apply? Flexible working hours Be part of a supportive team for students Immediate start available Competitive pay and the chance to gain valuable experience Apply today for immediate consideration! This role is available immediately. Please note...

School Cleaning Assistants Needed in Wigan - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is hiring temporary School Cleaning Staff for schools in Wigan . If you're available for a few hours, this is a great opportunity for you! Hours : Monday to Friday 2.30pm - 6.30pm (with flexibility) What You'll Do : Keeping the school clean and safe by sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing classrooms and common areas Report any damages or issues to management Check and replenish cleaning supplies Using cleaning equipment safely and efficiently Ensuring high standards of hygiene and cleanliness across the school Requirements : Enhanced DBS clearance (we can help you obtain this for 59.50) Completion of online training for Food Hygiene , Safeguarding , and KCSIE (provided) Why Apply? Flexible working hours Be part of a team that keeps schools safe and clean Immediate start available Competitive pay and the chance to gain valuable experience Apply today for...

Relief Chefs Needed in Wigan - Flexible Hours! Berry Recruitment is looking for experienced Chefs and Cooks to join our team for flexible, temporary positions across a variety of settings, including Schools, Academies, Staff Canteens, Healthcare Environments, and Care Homes . This role offers flexible shifts, including a mix of days, evenings, and occasional weekends, with options to fit your schedule. These roles offer the perfect opportunity for you to manage your own workload while covering for staff absences, both short and long term. What We're Looking For : Experienced chefs or cooks who are passionate about food A valid DBS (updated within the last 12 months) to work with vulnerable adults and children - but if you don't have one, we still want to hear from you! Flexibility to work a mix of shifts, including days, evenings, and occasional weekends Why Apply? : Flexible hours that work around your schedule Competitive pay rates...

Teach with Impact Immediate Starts Available Up to £32 per hour (PAYE) Flexible Hours Improved Work-Life Balance 1:1 SEND/SEMH Community Teacher EYFS to KS4 & FE Wigan, Salford, Lancashire & Surrounding Areas Up to £32 per hour (PAYE) Immediate Start Looking to step away from the pressures of mainstream classroom teaching? This is an opportunity to work in a more flexible and rewarding way, supporting learners on a 1:1 basis across all key stages. You ll deliver personalised sessions to pupils from Early Years through to Key Stage 4 and Further Education, supporting those with SEND and SEMH needs to re-engage with learning, build confidence, and make meaningful progress. Roles are available across Wigan, Atherton, Salford, Lancashire, and surrounding areas, with additional opportunities further afield. Sessions take place in safe, community-based settings such as libraries and local venues. Why this role Flexible working hours to suit your...

Sports Coach Empowering Learning are working closely with a vibrant school in Wigan supporting children and young people who struggle with with SLD, PMLD, autism and complex need. The ideal candidate should be hands on and confident in delivering sports sessions (PE) to children and young people. Your Role As a Sports Coach, you will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable children in their academic and personal development. Your responsibilities will include: -Delivering and planning sports sessions to various age groups including (Warmer/Main activity/ Cool down) -Promoting a healthy and balanced diet -Encouraging young people with their proactive learning - Collaborating with teachers and other support staff to create tailored learning plans. - Fostering a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Requirements - Experience working with special needs children is preferred but not essential. - Passion for creating an inclusive and supportive...

What You'll Be Doing Getting the Job Done: Handling manual tasks like digging, lifting, and loading/unloading vehicles. Plant & Tools: Using and looking after small tools and heavy plant equipment, making sure everything is stored safely and reported if faulty. Safety First: Following site instructions to the letter and using your PPE properly. We want you to speak up if you see a way to make the site safer. Teamwork: Working closely with the Site Supervisor and Foreman, and helping out less experienced workers when they need a hand. Professionalism: Turning up on time, properly equipped, and ready to work to the high standards you've gained through your experience. What You'll Need To hit the ground running, you must have experience and valid tickets for the following: CPCS: 360 Excavator, Dumper, and Roller. Safety: PTS (Personal Track Safety) and Confined Space training. Tools: Solid experience with various small tools....

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Role: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer £53K -£54K Basic + 5%Pension + Training + OT available Shift: 4on 4off 2D 2N The company A leading manufacturer in the FMCG industry. As a maintenance engineer you will have the chance to work on specialist machinery to help maintain the company status as a market leader in the sector. The Role My client is looking for a multi skilled maintenance engineer to join the team. As a maintenance engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that their production equipment is maintained to the highest standards, ensuring that their operations run smoothly and efficiently. Key Responsibilities • Identify faults, diagnose, and repair breakdowns and perform preventative maintenance on all machinery. • Work closely with the production team to minimize downtime and optimize production output. • Maintain accurate records of all maintenance work and ensure that all equipment is safe and...

Maths/English Functional Skills Tutor Up to £28,000 Wigan Full-time, Permanent The Role: We are recruiting for an Maths & English Tutor to deliver engaging and effective Functional Skills lessons. This role involves supporting learners to achieve their full potential in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. If you are a passionate educator with strong classroom skills, we d love to hear from you. Duties: Plan and deliver high-quality lessons tailored to learners needs. Assess progress and provide personalised feedback to support achievement. Create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Support learners with additional needs and barriers to learning. Track learner progress and implement interventions when needed. Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance teaching practices. Adhere to safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies. Required Skills: Teaching qualifications and experience in Functional Skills in Maths and...

My client, a high profile civil engineering and construction firm are currently looking for a Section Engineer for works on a prestigious rail framework in the North West of England. Candidate Responsibilities: Supervising and mentoring assistant, trainee engineers Monitoring and recording delivery against the agreed programme and construction methods. Ensuring that works are accurately and clearly set out before work commences. Completing daily diary records and ensuring they are also being maintained by others under your supervision. Assist in preparing "look ahead" programmes in conjunction with the supervisory staff, coordinated with overall site programme. Identifying, recording and reporting change to the scope of works or programme. Ensuring that testing / sampling of materials is carried out as required by the specification. Recording and reporting Non Conformance's and ensuring appropriate corrective action is taken. Provide accurate setting out for...

Are you a Section Engineer or Sub Agent seeking their next role with an established Tier 1 Contractor? The role will include quality assessment, health and safety inspection, design issues and management of subcontractors. The successful candidate will be immediate and will be expected to be able to raise technical queries and run everyone on site efficiently. Suitable candidates will come from a rail stations background. Roles and Responsibilities: Managing the sub-contractors and engineers Procurement / ordering of materials Quality Control of the works / Health and Safety Production of weekly rolling programmes Providing support to site engineers Management of site activities Progress reporting Candidate Requirements Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent Highly experienced in Rail, Steel Structures, Major Earthworks, Heavy Civils, Drainage, S278 works, S185, S106, S38 works. PTS CITB TWC - would be beneficial but not essential The successful...

Senior NPD Technologist You will be working for a high-quality food manufacturer at their BRC Grade A production facility, supplying products to their customer base all over the UK. About the Senior NPD Technologist job The purpose of your role will be to develop new products and technologies that support key customer requirements and drive targeted business growth. Key tasks Develop new food products from concept through to launch. Reformulate and improve existing products for quality, cost, allergens, or nutritional targets. Run kitchen trials, pilot plant trials, and support full factory scale-ups. Understand ingredient functionality, processing effects, stability, shelf-life, and product safety. Attend customer visits, product reviews, and site meetings to represent the NPD function professionally. Attend factory trials and first productions to ensure smooth product handover. About You The successful candidate shall have at least 5 years...

Overview We're Enterprise Mobility. A family-owned, global mobility leader with a $39 billion turnover, nearly 90,000 team members, and operations in 95 countries. Led by CEO Chrissy Taylor, the third generation of the Taylor family, we're built on a legacy that gives us the stability to focus on the long-term success of our people, our customers and our business. Join us, and as a three-time TargetJobs Graduate Employer of the Year and a The Times Top 100 Graduate Employer, we'll give you the freedom to explore your potential - and the support to shape your own career journey. Ready to make your move? Why join the Graduate Management Training Programme? As a Graduate Management Trainee, you'll have the freedom and support to explore your leadership potential - and the opportunity to become a branch manager in one of our retail operations in as little as two years. In fact, most of our senior leaders began their careers in this very role - including our current CEO....

Role Overview: Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development. Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment. Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children. Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences. Our hourly rates of pay differ for people under 21 but they are above national minimum wage levels. For employees aged 21 and above, our hourly rate of pay is £12.75. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of educational activities and engage with children to foster development. Assist in maintaining a safe and stimulating learning environment. Promote inclusivity and diversity in your care for all children. Work with a dedicated team to provide the best learning experiences. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: No formal qualifications required, though experience in early years settings is...

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and experienced Nursery Nurse to join our vibrant early years team in a school nursery setting in Wigan. Working with children aged 0-5 years, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality early years education and care in line with the EYFS framework, supporting children's development in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Key Responsibilities Provide a safe, caring, stimulating environment that promotes learning through play and supports all areas of child development. Observe, assess, and record children's progress, contributing to individual learning plans and reporting to parents and senior staff. Support the planning and delivery of age-appropriate, engaging activities linked to the EYFS. Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through consistent, trauma-informed approaches. Establish warm and responsive relationships with children and their families. Ensure all safeguarding and health...

FOSTER CARE ASSOCIATES (THE FCA) Role: Senior Supervising Social Worker Salary: Up to 40,708.34 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...

Role: Ground Remediation Site Manager - Construction Location: Wigan Length: 12 Months+ We are looking for an experienced manager who has worked on ground remediation projects. You will be ensuring trades and sub-contractors are delivering on time and to the highest standards. Working on a 12 month+ contract. Responsibilities: Supervise Health and Safety onsite Complete snagging reports Liaise with sub-contractors Supervise of labour on site Delivery co-ordination of materials Attend site meetings We are looking for: Experience as a site manager Experience on remediation projects Experience with main contractor Well-developed knowledge of health & safety Experience of leading a team CSCS First Aid SMSTS or SSSTS To find out more about this role and any others we are currently working on please apply with your CV and we will be in touch. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Fit Out Wigan, North West - Salary: Competitive, 28,000 - 38,000 + package (DOE) The Opportunity A growing and well-established commercial construction and fit-out contractor in the North West is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This hybrid role offers a mix of office-based work in Wigan and site visits across the North West , providing hands-on experience in managing the financial and contractual aspects of a variety of commercial fit-out projects. You will work closely with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on budget, and to the highest standards. This is an ideal role for someone early in their commercial construction career looking for structured development and exposure across multiple sectors , including commercial, retail, leisure, public sector, and specialist fit-out projects. Key Responsibilities...

Electrical Design Engineer Wigan area 45,000 - 55,000 per annum The company specialises in the design, supply, installation and commissioning of all aspects of logistic, line control and handling equipment within the manufacturing and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors. They continually improve their designs to create an abundance of tailormade and innovative solutions for their customers in the Food & Beverage, Healthcare and Homecare markets. Ensuring that each customer receives the best quality in product and service. They can offer 20% overtime as well There is also the opportunity to be involved in 30% Panel Builder - 10% In charge of purchasing all equipment related to all their projects. We are currently looking for candidates who want to make a difference and who wish to be part of our dynamic organisation in our UK office. Responsibilities: Create new design drawing on E- plan, AutoCad Design : Develop schematic diagrams, Panel...

Electrical Installation Engineer Wigan Up to 40K per annum plus 20% Overtime We are looking for an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer to join a busy engineering team delivering industrial automation and conveyor solutions. This role is a mix of workshop preparation and on-site installation , ideal for hands-on engineers who understand control panels inside out and enjoy working on real industrial systems. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Key Responsibilities Preparing electrical systems, panels, and equipment in the workshop prior to installation Installing control panels and electrical systems on customer sites Working with conveyor and material handling systems Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring installations are delivered to specification Liaising with engineering and controls teams to ensure smooth project delivery Travel to customer sites, approximately 70% of...