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Take your career to the next level with GMACS’ resources and support. Looking to take a step up? Find out what training options you could choose. Rethinking what you’ve done so far? See what other options are out there.
Discover Greater Manchester’s growth employment sectors
As with every area of the country, Greater Manchester has some specific areas of the economy that are growing quickly. These areas have lots of jobs, and training for skills in them could be a good career move for you. Read about these areas, the top jobs in each one, and some training pathways information here.
Learn new skills
There’s always options you could take to learn new skills and develop your career. Your current employer might pay for some of these courses, or you could move to an apprenticeship or traineeship to kickstart your career in a new industry.
See what opportunities and support you could access
There’s lots of things you could do across GM to develop your career. Whether you’re secure in your current role and looking to give back by volunteering or you’re looking for some help making a change to your career plans, find all the opportunities and support you need right here on GMACS.
Speaking Out Could Save A Life
Together we can end knife crime in Greater Manchester. If you are concerned about a young person – your son, daughter, nephew, niece, friend, or someone you know, speaking out about…
Skills Bootcamps GM – Free Skills Training
#SkillsBootcampsGM offers free training to people aged over 19 living and working in Greater Manchester, resulting in a guaranteed interview with a local employer. The training is flexible to your needs and is a direct response to the challenges we know businesses in...
Smart Works Greater Manchester
Looking for work? Got an interview? Smart Works will support you on your employment journey with free coaching and a high quality interview outfit. Smart Works Greater Manchester harnesses the power of clothes and confidence to allow a woman to be her best at a...
Find out about events in your community
Careers events could help you level up your career and develop your skills. You could also find out about new jobs and employers in your area.
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Read our blog to access resources and advice
Our blog is packed full of resources and advice you could use to level up your career. Read some careers advice from people like you, or access resources from employment experts.
Hear From Natasha Hall, a Horticultural Apprentice at RHS Garden Bridgewater
In this article, Natasha Hall, a Horticultural Apprentice at RHS Garden Bridgewater, tells her story. She explains why she chose an apprenticeship with the RHS, as well as what she likes about it. Read on to find out if a career in horticulture might be something that...
5 Top-Tips: Navigating Apprenticeship Applications
The Classroom to Boardroom Foundation team here! Our team offers support and guidance to students, attending public schools and colleges across England. How can we support you? We provide support to you in building your workplace confidence and readiness ahead of your...
Sustainability in the Real World: Students’ Reflections on GMCA Green Summit
On the 2nd October 2023 a delegation of students from Connell Co-op College attended the GMCA Green Summit at the Lowry in Salford Quays. The group comprised the Sygnature Enrichment cohort from EcoVida Routes, a group of geography and business studies students who...
Read how real people started their careers
To make our success stories, we spoke to real people in Greater Manchester about how they grew and developed their careers. Read about their journeys here.
