Parents & Carers
Help your child explore career ideas and plan their next steps.
Explore our guides for parents and carers
Find helpful careers events in your area
You and your child could attend careers events together, or you could encourage your child to attend suitable events on their own. See some examples of events below or click through to see events local to you.
Create Your Future Manchester 2026: The Creative Career Showcase
Date: 10/11/2026
Time: 10am-3pm
Suitable for: All students interested in careers in the creative industries
Create Your Future at Manchester Central is set to be a fantastic event designed for students who want to know more about working in the creative industries.
Manchester Digital Festival 2027: Talent Fair
Date: 10/02/2027
Time: 10am-3pm
Suitable for: Anyone interested in working in the digital and tech industry
Manchester Digital Festival 2027’s Talent Fair brings together some of Greater Manchester's leading tech employers, giving you the chance to discover career opportunities, make valuable connections and find out what it's really like to work in the industry.
Future Focus Manchester
Date: 11/03/2027
Time: 9:30am-2pm
Suitable for: Students aged 15+, teachers and parents/carers
Meet employers, universities and training providers. Explore apprenticeships, careers, STEM, education and future opportunities.
See opportunities your child could take part in
Greater Manchester is lucky enough to have a huge range of opportunities your child could take part in, as well as a lot of support they could access. Some of these might be volunteering or work experience, while others offer free advice and help. See what’s available below.
Amazing Apprenticeships “The Parent Perspective” Podcast
“The Parent Perspective” is an exciting podcast series for parents and carers, helping them to support their children with careers advice and guidance. Series 3 is bigger and better than ever, led by our brilliant new host, Rachel Burden! Together with Not Going to...
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…
