Salford

About Salford

The Salford area includes the city of Salford itself, as well as the towns of Salford, Eccles, Swinton, Pendlebury, Walkden and Irlam. Cultural icons within the area include Ordsall Hall and Salford Lads’ Club, as well as the Quays which features the Lowry, Imperial War Museum North and MediaCityUK. There are also plenty of parks and open spaces across the area.

Salford is an extremely popular destination for businesses across a range of sectors. Find out more about all these employers, and local training providers, here on GMACS.

Meet the top employers in Salford

See the biggest employers in Salford – 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 Salford

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

City Skills

 

Eccles Sixth Form College

 

Future Skills at MediaCityUK

 

Pendleton Sixth Form College

 

UTC at MediaCityUK

 

Worsley College

 

City Skills

 

Eccles Sixth Form College

 

Future Skills at MediaCityUK

 

Pendleton Sixth Form College

 

UTC at MediaCityUK

 

Worsley College

 

Which T Levels are available in Salford?

The following T Levels are available at Salford City College to start in September 2025:

These are subject to change by the College.

See in demand jobs in Salford

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

 

  1. Teaching assistant
  2. Admin assistant
  3. Customer service
  4. Cleaner
  5. Bookkeeper

          Find careers events near you

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

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          Learn about the most in demand skills in Salford

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

           

          1. Communication
          2. Management
          3. Customer service
          4. Teaching
          5. Attention to detail

                    Discover local opportunities and support

                    See some opportunities to get work experience or brush up on your skills here on GMACS.

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                    In Salford, aged 16-18 and looking for a cheap way to get around? Our Pass gets you free bus travel, discounted metro tickets and access to exclusive discounts.