Wigan Work & Skills

Wigan Council - Economy and Skills Department posting and retweeting handy skills and employment information relevant for Wigan residents.

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

Today's Build Wigan Borough takes place @lsvstadium. This SOLD OUT event will showcase key contractors from some of the borough's most exciting regeneration projects, including the £135m Galleries redevelopment & the restoration of Eckersley Mill, The Cotton Works.
@WiganCouncil

[Wigan Work & Skills @WiganWork]

Find your way in #Wigan 🌄- there are many local #Careers and #Skills support options available in your neighbourhood- find your local solutions today, through Employ GM: https://t.co/dFiJ7krgA5 📁

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

The next Business Bitesize event held at @leighworkshub focuses on sustainability with talks from a range of experts, networking opportunities along with the chance to catch up with the speakers at the end of the night. 6pm – 8pm, 12.11.24. Book Now: https://t.co/cbqZZgwrA7

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

Did you know 300+ Wigan Borough businesses have signed up to the Believe in Business Charter?
Find out from Gold Member Breheny Groundwork’s Director Kerryanne on how it provided support with their expansion & helped them recruit an apprentice.
https://t.co/qr552yEePs

[Wigan Work & Skills @WiganWork]

Wigan placements available for this, but applicants must be able to drive. Deadline for applications is Sunday 22nd September 2024.

[Home Builders Federation @HomeBuildersFed]

Our Women into Home Building programme offers successful applicants…

✅ One week of online training and insight on a career in site management.
✅ A two-week hands-on work placement at a local home building site.
✅ Support with travel and childcare expenses.
✅The opportunity to connect with home builders and potential recruitment opportunities.

The application window is open 📋👇
https://t.co/s2PjpfTUgt

Can you help us to reach more women who may be interested in a career in the home building industry?

Share this post or mention members of your network to spread the word 👷‍♀️👇

[Wigan Work & Skills @WiganWork]

Are you interested in the below? Head on down to any of the Family Hubs on the dates listed to get involved.
#FamilyHubs #DrugandAlcoholAwareness

[Wigan & Leigh College @wiganleighcol]

Looking to kick-start your career?

This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, learn from experts, and earn while you learn.

Want to know more?

Contact us today on 01942 761851 or [email protected]

[Wigan Work & Skills @WiganWork]

Interested to see what is available for you and your family?

Head on down to The Family Hub @ Formby Avenue (M46 0HX) this Saturday the 3rd of August, 11am - 2pm.

Activities, giveaways and plenty more available!

No need to book, everyone is welcome 😀!
#Wigan #FamilyHub

[Wigan Council @WiganCouncil]

📣 Local businesses! Save the date for the next Business Bitesize- FOCUS on Recruitment

📆 Tuesday 16 July
⏰ 6pm-8pm
📍 Stephensons Solicitors LLP, Wigan Investment Centre, Waterside Drive, WN3 5BA

@wiganbusiness #BelieveInBusiness

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

📢Calling all Food & Drink Manufacturers
This is your chance to discover @WiganLeighCol full apprenticeship & training offer, how to access a talent pool of work-ready students & how they can help you to grow your business. https://t.co/Q9GAzK3bTL

#foodanddrink #manufacturing

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

M&M Windows in Goose Green are one of the local businesses to benefit from a FAB grant from Wigan Council. Don’t miss your opportunity to secure a grant of up to £5,000 for your business and tap into the wide array of local talent seeking apprenticeships. https://t.co/GgUIFRt7JM

[Wigan Council @WiganCouncil]

IT'S OFFICIAL… Wigan Borough is the BEST place in England to be an apprentice! 🙌✨

We’re proud to be working with businesses and organisations across the borough to create amazing opportunities for local people.

#NAW2024
https://t.co/TOXxu3dA0H

[Wigan Council @WiganCouncil]

It’s #NationalApprenticeshipWeek and we’re celebrating one year of our FAB programme

The FAB programme is still open so if you’re a local business that’s been thinking about getting an apprentice- get in touch and see how we can help

👉 https://t.co/a8PHZ6VpKJ

@embracewandl

[Wigan Council @WiganCouncil]

McKenzie is one of our FAB apprentices and works at @embracewandl

We had a chat with McKenzie and Kate, one of the community managers at Embrace about their experience

👉https://t.co/a8PHZ6VpKJ

#NAW2024 @greatermcr

[Wigan Council @WiganCouncil]

📣Did you know we were named a ‘Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer’ last year- the only council to receive this accolade in 2023!

We are proud supporters of apprenticeships, here at the council and across our borough

👉 https://t.co/Rb5pytQmz0

@AlisonMc_F @greatermcr #NAW2024

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

Book today for the #BelieveInBusinessFestival and get access to 20+ business support groups, 6 panel discussions, networking, keynote speaker at 1 amazing event. You'll also be entered into a prize draw for a Corporate Table at the DW Stadium https://t.co/S0lZi1DC9w

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

We are delighted that Martin Ainscough CBE DL, head of the Ainscough Group, will be sharing insights from his more than 40 years business experience at this years #BelieveInBusinessFestival, book your tickets today: https://t.co/S0lZi1DC9w

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

Want to help your business take the next step? Come to the #BelieveinBusinessFestival for a wide range of support to help achieve your goals.

Book your place today: 👉https://t.co/9LWI42d0Jf

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

We’re delighted to announce that business leader Martin Ainscough CBE DL will be the keynote speaker at the #BelieveInBusinessFestival
Martin has over 40 years business experience- don't miss this opportunity!
Book your ticket now👉https://t.co/9LWI42dyyN
@WiganCouncil

[Wigan Business @WiganBusiness]

Its less than one month until the #BelieveinBusinessFestival . With panel session guests and keynote speakers soon to be announced. This is a valuable event to all businesses and not one to be missed. Secure your place today:👉 https://t.co/9LWI42d0Jf