Wigan

About Wigan

The most western area of Greater Manchester, the Wigan borough features two main towns: Wigan and Leigh. There’s lots of green space in the borough for people to enjoy, and a vibrant culture with shopping and nightlife.

There are a wide range of industries and employers in Wigan – explore some of the top jobs and biggest businesses on this page.

Meet the top employers in Wigan

See the biggest employers in Wigan – just click through to see their jobs pages. Getting to know these employers could inspire you about your future career or help you to make decisions about what to study.

Learn about training providers in Wigan

See some of the training providers you could study with in Wigan. Why not explore what courses they offer to see what’s available in your area?

Winstanley College

 

Wigan and Leigh College

 

The Deanery

 

St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College

 

St Mary’s Catholic High School

 

Winstanley College

 

Wigan and Leigh College

 

The Deanery

 

St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College

 

St Mary’s Catholic High School

 

Which T Levels are available in Wigan?

The following T Levels are available at Wigan & Leigh College to start in September 2024:

These are subject to change by the College.

The following T Levels are available at St John Rigby College to start in September 2024:

These are subject to change by the College.

The following T Levels are available at Winstanley College to start in September 2024:

These are subject to change by the College.

See in demand top jobs in Wigan

This quick list shows the most in demand occupations across Wigan. Do any of these sound like something you’d like to do?

 

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Nurse
  3. Carer
  4. Admin Assistant
  5. Software Developer

                  Find careers events near you

                  Discover helpful and informative careers events in Wigan and the nearby areas.

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                  Learn about the most in demand skills in Wigan

                  These skills are the top 5 required skills across Wigan. You might already have some of these or could start a course to boost your skillset.

                   

                  1. Communication
                  2. Management
                  3. Teaching
                  4. Customer Service
                  5. Sales

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