FREE training courses are on offer to people interested in a new career in childcare.

Wigan Council's Sure Start team is hosting two fairs, the first at the Queens Hall, Wigan, was on Monday and the second at Leigh Library on Thursday (January 15) between 10am and 3pm.

There will be a wealth of information available for those wanting to know about childcare training and work opportunities, and exhibitors include Job Centre Plus (New Deal lone parent advisors), Inland Revenue (tax credits), childminders, Children's Information Service and Wigan Sure Start.

To learn more contact the recruitment team on 01942 705934.