Have a spare room and a big heart? You could transform a child s life and your own as a Foster Carer. We re Sparks Fostering, rated Outstanding for leadership by Ofsted, and we re looking for Foster Carers across Manchester and surrounding counties who can provide a safe and supportive home to a child or young person. You don t need special qualifications just a willingness to learn, a nurturing heart, and space in your home. What We Offer: Pay & Financial Support £500 £1000 + per week per child (current average fee is £750/week, including for newly approved carers) £1,500 approval bonus after panel £200 loyalty bonus every year you remain approved Two weeks paid respite per year Two weeks bridging payments to support gaps between placements Generous tax relief for foster carers Grants & Extras Up to £300 child welcome grant for each new placement Up to £450 per child per year for birthdays & religious festivals Holiday grant...

Your Care are seeking experienced Domiciliary Carers, to join our amazing team. You will be providing care for service users in their own homes, in and around the Manchester area, this is agency work so of course its excellent rates of pay, free ongoing training, uniform, holiday pay, pension and weekly pay. You must have a minimum of 6 months experience working in care. FEMALE ONLY MUST HOLD A UK DRIVERS LICENCE AND ACCESS TO OWN CAR. Mileage covered Must be eligible to work in the UK and we do not offer sponsorship.

KS3 Teacher (SEN - Subject Specialist, Autism Provision) Subject Specialism : Mathematics Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Purpose of the Role The KS3 Subject Specialist Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality, autism-informed teaching in Mathematics to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated needs. The post holder will adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the individual needs of pupils in a small-class specialist setting, ensuring learning is accessible, meaningful, and ambitious while supporting pupils' communication, emotional regulation, independence, and wellbeing. Significant experience of working with and supporting pupils with ASC is essential. Key Responsibilities Teaching & Learning Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality, adapted lessons. Adapt the KS3 curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with ASC and associated needs Visual supports and structured teaching Clear routines and predictable lesson...

Our client Bolton council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Duty and Referrals team. Job description You will need to have experience of carrying out strengths based assessments under the Care Act 2014 and devising and implementing comprehensive support plans, including supporting service users to access universal and voluntary services. You will be expected to carry out assessments, carers assessments and formulate support plans under the Care Act 2014. Knowledge, experience, and the ability to adhere to the principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and other Social Work legislation and practice guidance are also essential. The role includes covering a busy duty system on a rota basis, taking referrals and offering information and advice at point of contact. Preferable experience of: Managing an active caseload. Undertaking safeguarding investigations. Continuing health care assessments and attendance at multi-agency meetings. Multi-disciplinary...

Hours: 21 Hours per week Interviews: 30th June & 1st July, 2026 About the Role You will join a newly established Advocacy and Advice Service supporting children, young people and their families to navigate education, health and benefits systems. Families often face unclear pathways, complex processes and inconsistent information. Your role is to bring clarity, structure and confidence at key moments. Working in a strengths-based and relational way, you will help families understand their rights, prepare for key decisions and access the support they need. This is a non-statutory role. You will not replace legal or statutory services, but you will ensure families are informed, prepared and able to engage effectively. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to a joined-up, whole-family approach across Children & Family Services. About Norwood Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and...

Bolton Are you a systems or design engineer looking for a change in role? Are you interested in technical project management and certification of military or industrial grade equipment for new applications in the Complex Weapons Sector? Have you thought about a switch to a progressive engineering company where you can be truly supported to achieve your career goals? From Laser Weapons to Air defence missiles, from Naval Strike to Deep Strike, MBDA is investing in the next generation of Weapon Systems at unprecedented levels and you could be part of the team! Salary : £45,000 - £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : We trust our people to agree, within their teams, where and when they can be most effective. Our Dynamic Working policy allows individuals flexibility around the hours they work and where they work Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality...

Nursery – Didsbury Salary – £32,510 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Deputy Manager to join our Didsbury nursery. Our Benefits Salary - £32,510 per annum Childcare discount of 75% for first child Enhanced parental leave 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage of your career, including access to a careers coach *Subject to T&Cs The Role...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Didsbury Salary – £30,804.80 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Location – Didsbury, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Didsbury nursery. The nursery is OFSTED rated outstanding and is located in the heart of Didsbury Village with great transport links. Our Benefits £30,804.80 per annum Childcare discount of 50% for first child Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more...

Nursery –  Bright Horizons Didsbury Salary  – £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location  – Didsbury, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Didsbury nursery. The nursery is Ofsted rating "Outstanding" and is located in the heart of Didsbury Village, closer to bus and tram links. Our Benefits £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent) Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP...

Nursery –  Bright Horizons Didsbury Salary  – £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location  – Didsbury, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Didsbury nursery. The nursery is Ofsted rating "Outstanding" and is located in the heart of Didsbury Village, closer to bus and tram links. Our Benefits £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent) Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sale Salary – £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Sale, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Sale nursery. This nursery is OFSTED rated Outstanding, has great public transport links, and has been newly refurbished with a fabulous spacious garden. Our Benefits £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent) Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Sale Salary – £30,804.80 per annum Location – Sale, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Sale nursery. This nursery is OFSTED rated Outstanding, has great public transport links, and has been newly refurbished with a fabulous spacious garden.  Our Benefits £30,804.80 per annum Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage...

 Nursery – Bright Horizons Sale Salary – £30,804.80 per annum Location – Sale, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Sale nursery. This nursery is OFSTED rated Outstanding, has great public transport links, and has been newly refurbished with a fabulous spacious garden.  Our Benefits £30,804.80 per annum Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme access for every stage...

Nursery –  Bright Horizons Timperley Salary  – £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent / dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location  – Timperley, Manchester Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Timperley nursery. This nursery is OFSTED rated Good, has great public transport links, and has a fabulous spacious garden. Our Benefits £29,203.20 per annum (full time equivalent) Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early...

Join a new small team at MBDA Bolton and become an expert in the field of Flying Probe Manufacturing Data Analysis, developing your skills and shaping the future of circuit card manufacturing in MBDA UK. Salary : Circa £45,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to on-site equipment location. Security Clearance : British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking...

Reception Teacher - Primary Location: OL4, Oldham, Greater Manchester Contract: Long Term, Full Time - September 2026 Salary: Competitive, Experience Pending A caring and vibrant primary school in Oldham, Greater Manchester is seeking a Reception Teacher to join its team, welcoming children at the very start of their educational journey. The school prides itself on building a happy, inclusive environment where young learners feel supported to discover, play, and grow each day. With strong community connections and a diverse curriculum tailored to Early Years, the school fosters a culture of curiosity, confidence, and creativity. Staff work together to ensure every child's first experience of school is joyful and memorable, laying the foundation for lifelong learning. Role Overview Plan and deliver imaginative play-based learning and structured activities, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Create a nurturing classroom atmosphere where children feel...

MBDA is looking for a number of Software Engineers at varying levels to work in the Software Resource and Capability Team on Test Software. Salary :£40,000 - £75000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working :3 to 4 Days a week in the office Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements...

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Materials Engineer with drive and enthusiasm to join Europe's number one missile systems provider, helping guarantee to quality and safety of current and next generation weapon systems. Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefits Dynamic (hybrid) working pattern : This is a predominantly a laboratory based role but, where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave,...

This is an excellent opportunity to join the UK Manufacturing team at Bolton in support of multi project customer deliveries working in an area that covers NPI Development and production. Salary : Circa £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for...

An opportunity has arisen within a fast moving Logistics Team for a Principal Shipping Officer to manage the shipping & UK despatch team whilst liaising and working closely with our export control team, local customs officers and freight forwarders to effectively export product outside the UK. You will be responsible for a team of Shipping Officers and have good knowledge of export documentation, Incoterms, Tariff Codes and CPC codes. Salary : Circa £48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to...