16 – 18 years
Take your careers research to the next level with the information on GMACS.
Explore the MBacc gateway resources
The Greater Manchester Baccalaureate could help you discover your pathway to a job in Greater Manchester. Explore the resources by clicking below.
Discover the top industries in Greater Manchester
Find out which sectors in GM are growing quickly, research the top employers, and see which pathways you could take to start your career. There’s also some information about the top jobs in each sector.
Find out more about education and training
If you’re thinking about staying in education or you’d like to know more about the training courses you could take, research your options on GMACS.
Use Xello to explore your options
Xello is a tool that you can use to research your career and education options and build your own career profile. It’s available for free to every state high school and college in Greater Manchester, so you’ll need to get access through your college. Once you’ve got access, you can use it to explore your career options and think about what you’d like to do.
Get started with opportunities and support
Greater Manchester has lots of opportunities for you to experience working life or volunteer with a local organisation to get valuable skills. Plus, there’s loads of support you can access – from help with interview prep to free skills boosters. See some opportunities specifically for your age group below.
Tameside Exam Results Support
Find out more about what support is available if you're getting your exam results in Tameside. Drop-in support sessions Drop in support sessions are available from Monday 21st July until Friday 29th Aug. Sessions are available on Mondays, 1-4pm at Tameside One, Level...
Style your future with Kleek Apprenticeships
Want to be a hairdresser, barber or beauty therapist? Then access all the information you need from Kleek Apprenticeships digital resource. It includes an overview presentation, comprehensive Apprenticeship Guide, course information, career paths and success stories,...
National Careers Service Results Day Support
If you’re thinking about your results, the National Careers Service have a range of support options that could help. Find out more below or click below to head over to the NCS website. Explore the National Careers Service You can also phone the National Careers...
Our Pass, more than just a bus pass…
If you’re aged 16-18 in GM, you could get Our Pass, a membership scheme for young people that gives you free bus travel, discounted tram travel, and exclusive discounts and offers.
Discover exciting careers events in your community
There’s lots of events on offer near you, whether you want to meet prospective employers, learn more about further education or get mentoring and other support. See events tailored for your age group here or see what’s happening in your area.
Touching Grass Climate Emergency Creative Workshop
Date: 13/09/2025
Time: 11am-5pm
Suitable for: Ages 18-25
Manchester Museum is building a programme for young people aged 18-25 who want to know more about the climate emergency, social justice and taking action.
Hear from people like you on our blog
Our blog has posts and articles from young people sharing their experiences. We also have expert advice from people already working in industry.
What Could I Do With My Qualification? Jobs You May Not Have Explored: Chemistry
Hello, and welcome back! If you’re not familiar with our series - this blog is all about the surprising job roles you could do within different subject areas. Check out our history and art and design blogs, if you’re interested in hearing more. This time round we’ll...
Technical Education Deep Dive: All About Apprenticeships and T Levels
You might have heard a lot about technical education. It’s a hot topic at the moment, and in the news quite a lot! But what does it actually mean when a course is called technical education? Essentially, it’s a course that will provide you with the opportunity to...
How Do I Choose What to Do After My GCSEs?
Making the decision about what to do after you finish your GCSE’s can feel overwhelming. There are lots of choices out there for you and narrowing your options down can be difficult. But that’s what’s great about this time in your life: you can be in charge of...
Read about real people’s careers
You can learn a lot from reading about other people’s experiences in the workplace and the career options they chose to get there. Explore some examples below.
