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Teaching Assistant – September 2026 – Hindley, Wigan Location: Hindley, Wigan Role: Teaching Assistant Contract: Full-time, long-term Start Date: September 2026 Pay: Competitive daily rate, dependent on experience A welcoming primary school in Hindley, Wigan is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. The school has a strong community feel and is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for pupils. The successful candidate will work alongside class teachers to support pupils with their learning, helping children to engage with the curriculum and develop their confidence and independence. The role may involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, working with small groups and providing classroom support across the primary age range. The ideal candidate will: Have previous experience working with children Be confident supporting pupils individually and in small groups Have a calm, patient and nurturing approach Build positive relationships with children Have strong communication skills Be committed to helping pupils achieve their potential The school is easily accessible from Hindley, Wigan, Ince, Platt Bridge, Leigh and Atherton, with good road links via the A577 and A58. The location is also accessible by public transport, with Hindley railway station providing connections towards Wigan and Manchester. Applications are welcomed from experienced Teaching Assistants, Level 2 or Level 3 qualified candidates, graduates and individuals with relevant experience working with children or young people. Whether you're looking for a permanent position, a long-term role or flexible supply work, we can support you in finding opportunities that suit your experience and availability across Wigan, Hindley, Leigh, Ince, Ashton, Atherton and surrounding areas. If you are looking for a new education opportunity for September 2026, please apply today or contact the Teaching Personnel Wigan & Warrington Branch to discuss the role. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

Night Shift Train Cleaner Wigan Springs Branch Depot, Greater Manchester £13.57 per hour on an initial 6-month contract, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role with full company benefits. Play a key role behind the scenes keeping trains clean, safe, and ready for service across the North! The Role and About You This is a hands-on, physically active night shift role where you will be responsible for ensuring trains are cleaned to a high standard and ready for passenger service. Based at Wigan Springs Branch Depot, you will carry out full interior cleans of trains, including cleaning seating areas, floors, and toilets, using specialist cleaning equipment such as mops, vacuums, cloths, and cleaning solutions. The role requires attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team in a busy depot environment. You will play an important role in ensuring trains are presented in a clean, safe, and comfortable condition for passengers. The role operates on a 4 days on, 4 days off shift pattern, with shifts running from 20:00pm to 06:00am. Flexibility is important, including the ability to work nights and rostered weekends consistently. This role would suit someone with previous experience in cleaning environments such as rail, buses, aircraft, industrial settings, or housekeeping, although full training will be provided. If you are reliable, hard-working, and comfortable carrying out manual duties throughout your shift, this role could be a great opportunity to build experience within the rail industry. This role would suit someone with previous experience in cleaning environments such as rail, buses, aircraft, industrial settings, or housekeeping, although full training will be provided. If you are reliable, hard-working, and comfortable carrying out manual duties throughout your shift, this role is for you. Candidates must also be able to pass a medical assessment and drug and alcohol screening in line with railway standards. Take a glimpse into the train presentation world: (url removed)> The Company This organisation operates one of the largest and most vital train networks in the UK, serving millions of passengers every year. Known for its commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, the company provides a supportive and professional working environment where employees are valued and empowered to make a real impact. By joining the team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe, hygienic, and comfortable travel experience for passengers. The organisation invests in its people, offering training, development opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to build a long-term career in the railway sector. Next Steps If you are interested in this opportunity, apply today or send your CV to (url removed). Once your application has been reviewed, suitable candidates will be invited to complete a video or solo interview followed by a depot visit. Successful applicants will then complete a medical assessment and drug and alcohol test before starting. For additional opportunities, visit (url removed). Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Murphy is recruiting for a Project Manager to work with Transportation on the North West and Central Framework - covering the North-West/Birmingham. With a proud history dating back to the 1960s, we provide practical, innovative results, working around the individual needs of our customers. Rail renewals to enhancements, bridge building, highways, ports and emergency earthworks – our award-winning team has extensive experience and has been involved in projects that have changed the face of transport networks in three countries. We dedicate ourselves to being ‘better engineered’ to ensure our transportation infrastructure solutions meet and exceed customer requirements, delivering value for money through innovation. You will be responsible to lead and be accountable for a project portfolio of projects across NW&C routes working in close conjunction with Network Rail, ensuring that the scope of works are delivered in a safe manner, on time, to the required quality standards, meeting the acceptance criteria and achieving the expected financial outcomes. You will be responsible to lead and be accountable for a project portfolio of projects across NW&C routes working in close conjunction with Network Rail, ensuring that the scope of works are delivered in a safe manner, on time, to the required quality standards, meeting the acceptance criteria and achieving the expected financial outcomes. A day in the life of a Murphy Project Manager To be fully ownership for the delivery of the project, ensuring it is completed safely, on time, in accordance with the contract requirements and to the agreed budget.EEnsure works are planned, managed and delivered in a safe, controlled and environmentally sustainable manner. Ensure risk assessments are created, in place and reviewed regularly.Ensure responsibilities of Principal Contractor are discharged in line with CDM Regulations Organise the project team to deliver the contracted scope of works. Manage the project team, providing guidance and direction and assist their professional development. Chair regular project team meetings, ensuring actions are recorded and closed out. Ensure the project requirements are identified, understood and delivered and key issues are resolved and controlled. Refer any significant issues to the overseeing manager and work with them to ensure they are managed and resolved. Manage the “fit to start” process to ensure that we mobilise in a controlled and timely manner to facilitate the timely delivery of the project scope. Ensure there is an effective, comprehensive and formal handover from the team to the delivery team. Where relevant, arrange for mobilisation and demobilisation of projects assisted by PSCDevelop and maintain effective communication and relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders (internal and external). Ensure the requirements of the contract are complied to by the project team and administered and discharged appropriately. Ensure that suitable and robust change control processes are in place to identify, notify, measure and concur the impact of change in accordance with the contract requirements. Ensure detailed records and allocation sheets are maintained for all aspects of the project. Lead the development of resource forecasts (staff, labour, key plant and materials), ensuring they are aligned and coordinated with the programme. Accountable for ensuring the financial performance of the project (or aspect of a project) is achieved or exceeded. Leading the review of the project CRF on a monthly basis. Ensuring the project performance is reported in a transparent and accurate mannerLead the development and implementation of improvement actions where necessary to ensure the financial objectives are achieved / bettered. Assist the procurement of suppliers and sub-contractors. Still interested does this sound like you? Experience in high profile, politically delicate railway enhancement projects with a focus on Earthworks, Properties/AFAs, Bridges and structures. Appropriate safety training and qualification for the nature of the works (e.g. PTS) Experience in the project and construction management of an engineering project, integrating multi-disciplinary workstreams from multiple contractors. Client and stakeholder management and management of a project team. Awareness of the use and interpretation of project controls to review the status of a project. Commercial awareness and experience of planning programming. Ideally a degree or HNC / HND or NVQ Level 5. Driven forward-thinker who flourishes on finding innovative solutions to delivery challenges

Job Title: Train Cleaner Location: Wigan Depot Hourly Pay Rate: £13.57 per hour Contract: Temp-to-Perm Opportunity (6 month initial contract) Be Part of Keeping the Railway Moving Are you reliable, hardworking, and take pride in delivering high standards? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a key operational team ensuring trains are clean, safe, and ready for service across the Northern network. The Role & About You As a Train Cleaner based at Wigan Depot, you'll be responsible for the interior cleaning of trains including full cleans, ensuring they are presented to a consistently high standard for customers. Your duties will include cleaning the interior of train carriages, including toilets, using specialist cleaning equipment such as cleaning solutions, mops, vacuum cleaners, and cloths. A key focus of the role is cleaning high-touch areas, with some trains requiring a quick turnaround to ensure they are ready for service. You'll be working as part of a close-knit team consisting of 1 Train Presentation Team Leader and 2 Train Presentation Operatives, helping to maintain high presentation standards. The role will operate on a 4-on/4-off basis and will have working hours of 20:00 until 06:00. You will play an important role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for thousands of customers every day. You'll join a supportive team where your contribution is valued, benefit from a consistent shift pattern that offers regular days off, and have access to competitive pay, and opportunities to develop your career within one of the UK's largest train operators. This is a physically active, hands-on role involving manual labour in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment. You'll need to be dependable, work well as part of a team, follow procedures, and maintain high standards throughout your shift. Successful applicants must be able to pass a railway standard medical examination and Drug & Alcohol screening prior to starting. The Company Northern Trains is one of the UK's largest train operating companies, delivering over 2,500 services a day to more than 500 stations across the North of England. Connecting major cities, towns, and rural communities, Northern plays a vital role in keeping people moving for work, education, and leisure. With a strong focus on customer experience, safety, and operational performance, Northern continues to invest in its people, fleet, and infrastructure. Train presentation is a key part of that commitment, ensuring every service is clean, safe, and ready for passengers. Working with Northern offers the opportunity to be part of an essential frontline operation, with structured training and the potential to secure a permanent position within a well-established organisation. Next Steps Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, please click "Apply" or send your CV directly to . Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed. If successful, you'll be contacted for an initial telephone conversation before progressing to a short, pre-recorded video interview. About Ganymede Solutions Ltd We specialise in recruitment across Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Transportation, and Engineering sectors, supporting both permanent and contract opportunities. Visit our website to explore more vacancies. Ganymede Solutions is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…A track record of successfully delivering multi-disciplinary projects as an Engineering Manager;An engineering specialism and experience in railway engineering design;Strong experience in at least one area of the full project lifecycle from initial fe

Attivo seeks a Vice President of Strategic Finance to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function, developing models, budgets, and insights to inform investments and strategic direction.You will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership, shaping financial strategy to support growth across

A leading UK engineering company is seeking a Railway Engineer to design and maintain railway infrastructure.

The role blends creativity with technical subject matter, requiring a genuine interest in railways and the ability to present technical information clearly.

The Bluebell Railway is one of the UK’s leading heritage railways, dedicated to preserving the past for future generations. A vital part of this work is fundraising – ensuring we have the resources to maintain, restore, and grow our railway. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our Fun

A dynamic engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom seeks a Railway Safety Assurance Engineer to provide safety engineering expertise, support documentation delivery, and chair hazard identification meetings.

Network Rail is seeking a proactive project professional to join the Readiness and Resilience team at York Rail Operating Centre.You will apply project management discipline to deliver change projects for frontline Operations teams on the East Coast Main Line.This permanent, full-time role offers a

London North Eastern Railway is offering an Internal Communications Apprenticeship on a fixed-term 18-month contract.

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This is a fixed term contract for 18 months.Great journeys start with great people.Here at LNER, we're shaping the future of rail on one of the UK's most iconic routes.From our high-speed Azuma fleet, redefining long-distance travel, to our next generation of trains, Serenza, this is a moment of rea

Visiting a railway museum like the National Railway Museum in York can give you a real feel for the scale and complexity of railway engineering. The railway industry in the UK is constantly growing and updating, meaning there are regular opportunities for railway engineers. Being a Railway Engineer

Network Rail in the United Kingdom is seeking a hands-on team leader within Signals and Telecommunications.You will supervise fault-finding, inspection, maintenance and refurbishment work, ensuring safety and quality across assets and equipment.You will produce essential reports and drive a culture

Here at LNER, we’re shaping the future of rail on one of the UK’s most iconic routes.From our high‑speed Azuma fleet, redefining long‑distance travel, to our next generation of trains, Serenza, this is a moment of real transformation for LNER.We’re investing in cutting‑edge technology, s

Wallace Hind Selection is seeking a Marketing Executive to craft eye-catching content and tell compelling stories about the railway industry.

Understanding of railway standards such as National Technical Specification Notices, Railway Group and Industry Standards, and Euro Norms. The company seeks a Railway Safety Assurance Engineer to support its growing Engineering and Assurance activities.

London North Eastern Railway is seeking a Finance System Manager to oversee the Fusion ERP and EPM systems.

Cleaner required for Cruden Bay public toilets, 5 hours per week, M/W/T/F/S.Responsible for cleaning premises to required standard.This role may require flexible, evening and weekend working.There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through

Attivo seeks a Vice President of Strategic Finance to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function, developing models, budgets, and insights to inform investments and strategic direction.You will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership, shaping financial strategy to support growth across

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ERG and Community Manager to help bring its inclusion and belonging philosophy to life across a remote workforce.You will partner with ERG leaders and cross-functional teams to create engaging experiences that make employees feel seen, supported, and connected, wherever they work.A formal background

Early Learning Support Worker (Supply).Renfrewshire Council are looking to recruit enthusiastic and caring early learning support workers for our general supply pool.Appointable candidates will be required to work on a temporary basis covering short or long-term requirements within early learning an

Attivo seeks a Vice President of Strategic Finance to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function, developing models, budgets, and insights to inform investments and strategic direction.You will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership, shaping financial strategy to support growth across

Cleaner (Permanent) (15/5057).Join our award-winning school cleaning team.We’re proud of our award-winning service, recognised with:.ASSIST-FM Contribution to Cleaning Award - 2022.APSE Building Cleaning Innovation Award - 2023.Building Cleaning Most Improved Performance Networks Award – 2024.

ERG and Community Manager to help bring its inclusion and belonging philosophy to life across a remote workforce.You will partner with ERG leaders and cross-functional teams to create engaging experiences that make employees feel seen, supported, and connected, wherever they work.A formal background

Join us at a genuinely exciting moment for pension administration within Barnett Waddingham.As part of the rapidly growing Howden employee benefits business, opportunities for development have never been stronger.We are investing in our people, our teams and our operating model, creating clear route

ERG and Community Manager to help bring its inclusion and belonging philosophy to life across a remote workforce.You will partner with ERG leaders and cross-functional teams to create engaging experiences that make employees feel seen, supported, and connected, wherever they work.A formal background

Aviagen is a global poultry breeding company with a comprehensive portfolio of breeding stock marketed under well-known brand names.Through innovation and expertise, Aviagen helps customers worldwide deliver sustainable, high-quality poultry while improving bird performance, health, and welfare.As A

ERG and Community Manager to help bring its inclusion and belonging philosophy to life across a remote workforce.You will partner with ERG leaders and cross-functional teams to create engaging experiences that make employees feel seen, supported, and connected, wherever they work.A formal background

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Attivo seeks a Vice President of Strategic Finance to lead the Financial Planning & Analysis function, developing models, budgets, and insights to inform investments and strategic direction.You will work closely with the CFO and senior leadership, shaping financial strategy to support growth across

Requisition ID 66197Position Type FT PermanentWorkplace Arrangement About the roleWe have the opportunity for Production Team Leaderto join our Kerry Team in Coleraine, Co.This is a full-time, permanent position on 12-hour shifts, alternating between day and night shifts.Where will you work?In Ke

Shift Team Leader (Atlas Point)Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives.With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Con

Position DetailsCampus ServicesLocation: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range 25,977 to 27,506Grade: 3Full Time, PermanentClosing date: 30th August 2026Our offer to youPeople are at the heart of what we are and do.The University of Birm

DescriptionSenior Chemist (Team Leader) – HazPack | Internal OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced Senior Chemist to lead the HazPack Chemist team.You'll manage the team, plan and prioritise workloads, schedule daily jobs and ensure resources are deployed effectively to deliver a safe, comp

Our new ERF in Tilbury, Essex, is currently under construction and we are looking for 5 Shift Team Leaders to join our team.This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, initally Monday to Friday, but moving to a shift pattern when the plant becomes operational.The salary for this role is comp

Major Applications Team Leader.Local Authority | Warwickshire | 6-Month Interim Contract.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced.Major Applications Team Leader.Local Authority Planning Service on an interim basis.This role will lead a high-performing Development Management team respons

We offer high-quality, specialist care to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in society.Every young person in our care is supported by a team of experienced, empathetic staff within warm, welcoming homes.Our approach is built around emotional safety, trust, and consistent daily r

Multiskilled Engineer (Electrician and Maintenance).Multiskilled Engineer (Electrician and Maintenance).July to 31st October (with the opportunity to become permanent).Southern Water, Water Works (travel between client sites required).THE ROLE: Main Duties & Responsibilities: To carry out statut

JIB Electrician required for 3 months on project on childrens home nr Haydock (WA11 9RJ).Must be time served and hold a current JIB Card.Weekly hours are 45 Monday to Friday and hourly contract rate is £26.Contract starts Wednesday August 12th.If available to start tomorrow morning and interes

Labourer (Training into Solar) South West - Field based from home £28,000 + Van + Paid Travel + Progression + Great Benefits! Are you a Labourer looking to break into the booming renewable energy sector with a growing company that will fully train you into solar? Do you want to join a busi

Mobile Maintenance Electrician.You looking for a mobile position where you can park on site? Then this might be the position for you.My client is currently recruiting for a mobile maintenance electrician.You will have your electrical qualifications, 18.Sector: Commercial Maintenance.Duties will incl

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