Tameside

About Tameside

Tameside is to the east of Greater Manchester. Taking its name from the River Tame, it incorporates the towns of Ashton-under-Lyne, Mossley, Stalybridge and Hyde, among others. Once at the heart of the industrial revolution, Tameside is now a thriving and modern business area.

Tameside is full of businesses and training providers that you could explore – meet the top ones on this page.

Meet the top employers in Tameside

See the biggest employers in Tameside – 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 Tameside

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

Ashton Sixth Form College

 

Tameside College

 

Ashton Sixth Form College

 

Tameside College

 

Which T Levels are available in Tameside?

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

These are subject to change by the College.

The following T Levels are available at Ashton Sixth Form College to start in September 2025:

These are subject to change by the College.

See in demand jobs in Tameside

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

  1.  Teaching Assistant – Support teachers in the classroom and help children with reading, writing and learning activities.
  2. Social Worker – Help to protect vulnerable children and adults from harm or abuse, and support people to live independently.
  3. Cleaner – Carry out general cleaning of offices, shops and homes, or more specialised cleaning like upholstery or the outsides of buildings.
  4. Carer – Support vulnerable people with their daily activities and help them to live as independently as possible.
  5. SEND Teacher – Work with children and young people who have special educational needs or disabilities.

Find careers events near you

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

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Learn about the most in demand skills in Tameside

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

Common skills

These skills are common across many jobs – so they’re good skills to try and demonstrate, no matter what future career you want.

  1. Communication
  2. Management
  3. Teaching
  4. Customer Service
  5. Attention to Detail

Specialist skills

These skills are more specialist. They’re not needed for every job, but lots of jobs in Tameside need them.

  1. Mental Health Awareness
  2. Auditing
  3. Working with Children
  4. Integrated Care
  5. Risk Analysis

Discover local opportunities and support

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

Tameside Exam Results Support

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...

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Tameside Futures

Tameside Futures

Tameside Futures is here to support you, if you live in Tameside, are aged 16-18* and not in Education, Employment or Training. Every young person taking part in the initiative will get dedicated support from a coach who will take time to talk to you and understand...

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Greater Manchester Institute of Technology

Greater Manchester Institute of Technology

Technical. Skills. Work. A new multi-million-pound technical education institute in Greater Manchester is open to students from September 2023. Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) courses are offered through our education providers across Greater...

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Learn about Our Pass

In Tameside, 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.