If you re looking to break into commercial construction properly - not just shadowing, but actually learning, contributing, and progressing - this Quantity Surveyor role gives you that platform from day one. You ll be working on live, fast-moving projects where your input matters, your development is prioritised, and no two weeks look the same. What s in it for you Clear progression path into a fully-fledged commercial role Exposure to fast-track projects with real responsibility early on Ongoing support with training, development, and professional accreditation Hands-on experience across estimating, cost control, and project delivery Collaborative, energetic team environment where you re not just a number Opportunity to work closely with senior commercial professionals and learn fast Your responsibilities as Quantity Surveyor Support cost planning, budgeting, and financial tracking across multiple projects Assist with preparing estimates, bills...

Are you interested in mental health recovery, do you have leadership qualities? Have you got an interest to support families into better more independent long-term housing? Are you interested to develop your skills with the support of experienced managers and working alongside a great team. We are looking to welcome a Support coordinator within our South Manchester mental health recovery services in Wythenshawe. Full time or part available. Minimum of 22.5 hours. Flexible work pattern on rota planned well in advance. We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, organised and caring individual with leadership qualities to support people to move on to greater independence. This post is an ideal opportunity to become involved in dynamic and varied recovery services that give real job satisfaction whilst utilising your experience in a senior position. You will have excellent line management support. Creative Support has been delivering mental health services in South Manchester...

We are seeking relief staff for our new Extra Care Service in Hattersley - a modern, 91-apartment complex providing independent living support for older adults with extra care needs. We're looking to expand our friendly and experienced team with dedicated, warm and hardworking individuals. You will work in collaboration with colleagues and tenants to deliver personal and housing-related support to those we care for whilst maintaining the independence and dignity of the people we support. Role Responsibilities: Support clients emotionally and practically, meeting their daily living needs to include personal care, household tasks, administering medication, encouraging healthy living and community engagement Foster a focus on independence and dignity for tenants, promoting inclusion in the local community. Requirements: A minimum of twelve months' previous employed experience in a similar role is essential. We provide a comprehensive induction to support you...

Job Title: Contracts Manager - Joinery Location: Lancashire Salary: 46,000 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Company A well-established North West commercial joinery contractor delivering labour-only and supply-and-fix packages across a wide range of construction projects including education, healthcare, residential, leisure and commercial developments. The business specialises in internal and external site joinery including 1st fix, 2nd fix, door sets, ironmongery packages, roof works and washroom installations. Due to continued growth, the company is looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong joinery background to oversee multiple projects across the North West. Role Overview The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing multiple joinery packages from pre-start through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget while maintaining high standards of quality and client satisfaction....

Thinking about a May start? With summer just around the corner, why not refresh your career with a new role in a new setting? If you are looking for a job that allows you to pursue interests outside of work-something flexible that keeps you in the classroom but gives you the freedom to enjoy life, reduce your hours, or find a better balance-supply teaching is the perfect move for the new term. Role Overview Location: Preston & Blackburn (easily accessible from surrounding areas) Start Date: May 2026 Contract Type: Various short-term and long-term (term-time) assignments available Daily Rate: 130 - 168.80 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications; this is a daily supply rate, not a long-term rate) Tradewind Recruitment is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Primary Supply Teachers to join our pool of talented educators for the summer term starting in May 2026. We partner with a range of vibrant and inclusive primary schools across Preston and...

SEN Learning Support Assistant Preston and Surrounding Areas Summer Term Duration: April 2026 - July 2026 (ASAP Start) Opportunity: Possible extension for September 2026 Pay: 14.24 - 15.00 per hour (PAYE) Contract: Temporary, term time Secure your role for the Summer Term and beyond! Tradewind Recruitment is seeking dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) for an immediate start this April 2026. This role runs through to the end of the academic year in July, with the exciting potential to extend into a permanent or long-term position starting in September 2026. If you are looking for a high-impact role in Preston and surrounding areas supporting pupils with EHCPs, this is your opportunity to join a supportive educational community. Your Impact: Targeted SEN Support You will work closely with students who have specific Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), providing the stability they need to succeed during the busy Summer term. Tailored Support:...

Our client, a well-established and reputable main contractor, is looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a diverse range of construction projects and play a key role in securing future work. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for a variety of construction projects. Working closely with pre-construction, commercial, and operational teams, you will ensure tenders are commercially viable and aligned with the company's strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions Analysing drawings, specifications, and project requirements Sourcing and negotiating prices with subcontractors and suppliers Identifying risks, opportunities, and value engineering options Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings as required Collaborating with internal teams to develop...

Our client is a well-established, family-oriented plumbing and building services contractor specialising in refurbishment projects across commercial and residential sectors. Their work typically involves full strip-outs and reinstatement packages, including screeding, plasterboarding, and associated M&E elements, with project values generally ranging from 2.5m to 3.5m. As a small/medium and hands-on business, they are now looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to support the commercial function and help bridge a key gap within the team. The Opportunity This is a varied and highly practical role working closely with the Senior team, who is currently heavily involved in pricing and tendering. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day estimating duties while also supporting procurement and commercial administration. The position will suit someone who is confident working independently within an SME environment and understands the...

Stores Person / Workshop Operative Based at: Preston Service Centre, PR5 Salary: £25,903.79 pa Permanent, 39 Hours per week Job purpose: Primarily to work in Warehouse Stores, ordering parts, checking received goods vs original paperwork then booking in specialist stock, also making sure that correct and checked items are picked and sent out with the Field Service Engineers. Working as a team to make sure the department runs well and looks for continual improvement. Quality checking work prior to internally transferring equipment through to the main workshop. Full in-house training will be provided. In line with the Depot multi skilling practices, there will be, when operational requirements dictate, the need to work in other departments within the workshop or possibly become involved in the delivery and collection of the wheelchairs out in the field. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Booking in taking items delivered into stores department, checking them...

360 Excavator Driver (Lifting Ops) Required - Preston We are currently seeking an experienced 360 Excavator Driver with lifting operations to work on a site in Preston. Candidates must hold a valid CPCS or NPORS card with lifting ops endorsement. What we offer: Immediate start Minimum 1 month's work available (with potential for extension) Competitive rates Requirements: Valid CPCS or NPORS card with lifting ops Proven experience operating a 360 excavator on site Minimum of 3 valid references Strong work ethic and reliability Please apply with you most up to date CV or alternatively call Joe at Search (phone number removed) Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Age UK is recruiting for a Shop Supervisor to join their fantastic team in Nelson! Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, this might be the job for you! We are recruiting for a Shop Supervisor to join our wonderful team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued member of the Age UK team, you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop, deputising for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in...

Creative Support is seeking warm, reliable, and proactive Support Workers to join our friendly team in Manchester. We provide quality care and support for individuals with learning disabilities in a vibrant service where no two days are the same. You will provide 1:1 support for an individual with autism and a learning disability in various activities, including employment, volunteering, community engagement, and daily living tasks at home. We are looking for someone with a great sense of humor who enjoys being part of an energetic team. Your role will include encouraging engagement in exciting social activities both within and outside the home, and developing warm, trusting relationships with service users and their families, ensuring they enjoy their time to the fullest. A clean and valid driving license is essential for this role. Creative Support's Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to...

We are looking for warm, caring Relief Support Workers to provide person-centred support to adults with autism spectrum conditions, and/or learning disabilities in the Levenshulme area. Your role will include: Providing personal care, practical and emotional support to adults with learning disabilities Maximising service user outcomes by promoting independence and social inclusion Encouraging service users to be involved in decisions regarding their care and lives Collaborate with service users, their families and involved professionals to provide a consistent and coordinated service. A minimum of 12 months' experience is essential for all Relief roles . You will have a warm, caring nature, and a commitment to making a positive difference in people's lives. As a Creative Support Relief Support Worker, you will have access to our free SONA app, which allows you to pick up shifts in any area of the country, and provides information on the service and shifts, as well as...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Support Worker to join our team in Coppull, Chorley. We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual to work within our supported living service for adults with learning disabilities. Your role will involve providing consistent, positive support, helping each person achieve independence and outcome-focused goals within their own person-centred plan. As a Senior Support Worker, your duties will include ensuring that all service users receive high-quality, individualised, person-centred support. You will provide mentorship, support, and guidance to the team, developing warm and trusting relationships with service users, and encouraging them to express their needs, views, and concerns. You will also support the management of service delivery, effectively meeting the needs of the service users. Flexibility is essential, as the role may require working evenings and weekends. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives...

Do you have the commitment and positive values to make a difference to the lives of people living in Chorley, Lancashire? We are looking for respectful, warm and enthusiastic Waking Night Support Workers to work in our Chorley Supported Living service. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our well-established team, which supports individuals with learning disabilities. Waking Night Support Worker Duties: Providing personal care to service users, Working evenings on a rota system including weekends and bank holidays, Developing and sustaining warm and trusting relationships with service users Carrying out general administrative duties and housing management tasks Although previous experience in a similar role is more advantageous, we encourage the people with the right values and passion to apply and work to make a difference. Creative Support also offers a wide range of training courses. This will be a perfect opportunity for those who are seeking to...

We are looking for a motivated, resourceful, and committed individual to join our team as a Female Support Worker at our Learning Disabilities service in Chorley. As a Support Worker you will be providing person-centred care for our service users, supporting them in aspects of everyday life, while also supporting them to enjoy a wide range of activities. You will have skills in positive communication and engagement and will be able to demonstrate unconditional positive regard for the people we support. Support Worker Duties: Developing daily living skills and accessing educational, vocational and leisure activities with service users Building confidence, self-esteem, hope and positive coping skills in service users Developing with the individual Person-Centred Support Plans aimed at happiness, health, and achieving goals and aspirations Implementing guidelines and risk management plans, and working positively within a consistent, mutually supportive team ethos We...

An 'Good' Primary school on the outskirts of Preston, Lancashire are looking for an experienced and approachable Autism specialist Teaching Assistant for a position starting as soon as possible. Autism (ASD) Specialist Teaching Assistant - near Preston Autism (ASD) Specialist Teaching Assistant SEN TA Early Years (Reception class) Preston (outskirts) Full time position 87- 95 per day 'Good' school ASD Teaching Assistant Information: For this position you will need to be an experienced Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant who has worked with young pupils on the Autism spectrum. You will need a strong understanding of the autism spectrum and how to use specific IEP's to provide effective support to this pupil. You will have to be able to keep the pupil focused on their work and be aware of any particular triggers that may cause a behavioural reaction. Should there be a reaction, having a variety of de-escalating techniques to help control the...

Are you interested in a career in Mental Health? Looking for a rewarding role that is fun and stimulating everyday? We are looking for motivated, resourceful Relief Support Workers to join our passionate staff team in Preston, Lancashire. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing person centred support to people with mental health needs at our service in Preston, Lancashire. Your role will include: Develop daily living skills and accessing education, vocational and leisure activities with service users. Building confidence, self-esteem, hope and positive coping skills in service users. Developing with the individual person centred support plans aimed at recovery, happiness, health and achieving of service users goals and aspirations. Implementing guidelines and risk management plans, and working positively within a consistence, mutually supportive team ethos. You can chose to be paid on a weekly or monthly basis. Experience is essential for this role....

A Primary school in Preston is seeking a dedicated and passionate Year 2 Teacher for a full time position, starting in September 2026. An over subscribed primary school with a superb reputation, this is a great opportunity for someone seeking a new challenge or an ECT seeking to begin their ECT year. The role will commence in September for the full academic year. Temp to perm for the right person. Year 2 Teacher Full time position Preston Key Stage 1 teacher KS1 Primary school teacher Primary Temp to perm September 2026 'Outstanding' Ofsted 120 to 232.57 per day depending on experience Veritas Education Teacher Requirements: The ideal Year 2 Teacher will be able to plan, prepare and deliver engaging and effective lessons that keep pupils focused on classwork and with a key focus on child academic progression. You will be working with a variety of pupils who will differ in ability, so this means that the teacher must have the ability to differentiate...

Van Driver / Installers required LOCATION: Leyland, Lancashire. PR25 If you are an experienced Van Driver / Installer APPLY NOW - For more information, please contact our team on (phone number removed) or e-mail url removed) ) Salary: £37,180 - £42,900 HG Recruitment are recruiting for 2-3 Van Driver / Installers. in partnership with our client based in Leyland, Lancashire. We are seeking experienced 2-3 Van Drivers / Installers to join our clients well established team on a full-time basis. This role is based in Leyland, however, your area to cover on a daily basis will be across the North West. Some overnight stays may be involved occasionally. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, long-term ongoing work and genuine opportunities for career progression. Working hours are: Monday to Friday, start and finish times vary. 55 hours per week. No weekends unless overtime is available Benefits: As a Van Driver / Installer, you...