Ongoing
Manchester Adult Education
Do something great in 2023!
Free courses for adults at a location close to you. Free childcare places and travel for many participants, along with free laptop loans for those who need one. New start dates added regularly. If you are interested in a course, enrol to see the start dates.
Ambitious About Autism
Latest Opportunities
Keep an eye on their website for the latest opportunities as they are working with employers to secure working placements for autistic young people.
Be a Short Term Foster Carer
If you’ve worked with children with additional needs - we need your help!
Manchester City Council is recruiting shortbreak foster carers – people with experience of working with children who have a physical or learning disability.
You’ll help to look after a child in your own home between one and four nights a month, helping to give their family a break.
Download the poster for Short Break Foster Carers
Foster now at manchester.gov.uk/fostering or call 0800 988 8931
Blue Apple Training
Health and Wellbeing Level 1
You will learn:
- The importance of mental and physical wellbeing
- Self-help techniques to improve your sense of wellbeing
- Strategies to help manage stress
- How the food you eat can affect your mood
- How to create a healthy & balanced diet
- The importance of alcohol awareness
- Where to get extra help & support
Ongoing courses
To find out the next course dates get in touch by ringing 0113 235 0722 or emailing:
admin@blueappletraining.com
Catch22
The Digital Edge Programme
2 days a week for 4 weeks and is done completely remotely using Microsoft Teams.
The programme is funded by Microsoft and aims to help people between 18 and 45 into the Tech industry. After completing the programme you will then have access to
1 2 1 career coaching and in work support once they find employment.
Over the 4 week programme you will get vital employability skills training, insight into the digital and technology sector whilst doing practical activities and gain confidence in applying for digital apprenticeships or entry level IT roles, with the view of launching their career.
You should be:
- Interested in a digital and tech industry
- 18 to 45 years old
- Access to laptop/computer and headphones
- Based in Greater Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham and London
- Not in Education or Employment
- Have the right to work within the UK
- Have a basic level of IT Skills
The programme covers the different type of tech roles available in the industry, the different tech jargon terms, how to tailor a cover letter and CV to these specific positions and they even do group projects. Alongside their facilitators they do have guest speakers from Tech Apprenticeships providers, and Microsoft staff also speak to the group about the tech industry.
Digital Edge Flyer (image)
If you are interested fill in the Catch 22 Digital Contact form
Anyone that you would like to refer please email meghan.dyer@catch-22.org.uk with the following details: Full Name, Age, Phone Number, Email Address
Code Nation
Coding and Cyber Security training courses
If you are interested in IT, tech, computers, or even video games Code Nation are offering both Coding and Cyber Security training courses, with career outcomes. These courses are officially work experience and accredited qualifications, and they employ for over 200+ companies, with plenty of roles available.
- Learn to build websites, blogs and text based video games
- Learn to build your own Cyber Security system
- All completed remotely, from the comfort of your own home
- 85% of students have no experience, so you are able to join either way
- New start dates regularly
If you are interested, please either email ezra@wearecodenation.com or call Ezra on 0161 533 0541
Cookson First Aid
Their first aid courses are free to attend, open to all and delivered by fully
qualified and experienced trainers. Everyone is welcome to come and learn how to save a life. They deliver courses across Greater Manchester, get in touch with them to find out more.
Thee a life. They deliver courses across Greater Manchester, get in touch with them to find out more.
Email hello@cooksonfirstaid.org and they will be in touch to discuss how you can
work together.
Download the Cookson First Aid info sheet
Visit the Cookson First Aid website
Creative Aging Development Agency (CADA) website
CADA is England’s new national development agency for creative ageing. Their aims are to:
Challenge ageism in the arts and heritage sectors and in society more widely
Celebrate and champion the cultural contribution of older people
Lead a fundamental rethink and reflection on ageing and creativity
Harness collective energy and impact to support systemic change
Keep an eye out on the CADA website for news and events and to read about the
Greater Manchester Culture Champions project.
Digital Advantage
Flexible Digital Internship
Do you have special educational needs & disability (SEND)?
Was full time education a challenge to navigate?
Want to design websites, make films or learn graphic design?
Then find out how 19 to 30 year old Manchester residents with SEND can join a team to develop their skills and take steps to find a career in digital.
Digital Drop In Sessions
Digital Timetable Flyer
Drop in every week or just once! Improve your computer skills, learn how to email, manage benefits online, look for work and be safe online.
Digital Edge
Free Employability Course
The Digital Edge Programme is a programme funded by Microsoft that aims to help people between 18 and 45 into the Tech industry. The course is 4 weeks long and takes place over microsoft teams.
More information on the free employability course
ESOL Advice Service
ESOL Courses Manchester
There are lots of different ESOL courses in Manchester.
Find a Course - National Careers Service
Find a course
Find a course to help you improve your current digital skills or study for your future. Their trusted course providers include The Open University, Google, Amazon and FutureLearn. You can also search for courses from learning providers, including colleges and local authority providers which may offer work-related courses on a wide range of topics.
GC Education and Skills
Developed by the Government as part of the Lifetime Skills Guarantee, Skills Bootcamps are being delivered in partnership with GC Education & Skills to help people gain skills for life, help support skills demands in their local area, and ultimately to help people get a better job.
From Content Marketing and Brand Design, to Construction Multi Trade and Green Technology, find the perfect Skills Bootcamp for you or your team.
Fully Funded Short Courses
If you are employed and work within Greater Manchester, GC Education and Skills can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of their fully funded short courses! GC Education & Skill’s CMI accredited courses are designed to upskill, and reskill employed people across Greater Manchester, putting you in a better position to progress in your career while supporting businesses to grow.
Get started with your new device
Manchester's buzz Health and Wellbeing service have created 8 easy to follow guides to help you get started with using your new smartphone or tablet. There are versions in English, Farsi, Urdu, Arabic, Polish and Romanian.
GMCA and Stay Nimble
Friendly career support for over 50s
Are you over 50 and need help figuring out your next work move, or finding a path to better-paid work? You may be eligible for free 6 hours online support from a qualified career coach, if you're aged 50+ and:
- are in receipt of one or more of: Universal Credit (UC), Job Seeker's Allowance (JSA), Employment Support Allowance (ESA), Housing Benefit, Child Tax Credit (CTC), Working Tax Credit (WTC) or Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- earn less than £25,000 per year or less than £14.00 per hour
With dedicated coaching time and an easy to use website, you will have help to understand your strengths and skills, build confidence and be inspired to explore future career goals.
Government - Skills Toolkit
Free courses are available through an online platform launched by the government last year. The Skills Toolkit gives you access to free, high-quality digital and numeracy courses to help build up your skills, progress in work and boost your job prospects.
InnovateHer
Coding Course
Ever wanted to learn to code? Now you can with their beginner coding course!
Find out what python is, when it's not a snake, and exactly who Ada Lovelace was within their latest coding course.
Manchester Jewish Museum
Become a social media volunteer
Are you a content creator? Do you make videos on TikTok or manage an Instagram profile? Would you like to help share hidden stories from the museum’s archive with the world?
They are looking for two volunteers to help support their marketing and communications manager in creating engaging content for the museum’s social media channels.
They are looking for young (18 to 25 year olds) and creative people, who use social media on a daily basis, understand trends on different platforms and can support them with video creation for Instagram and TikTok. This is an opportunity for students and people starting their career in creative industries who would like to develop their digital content creation skills and build their portfolio.
Volunteers will be given access to a laptop and editing programmes like Adobe Premiere Pro. Don’t be put off if you don’t have experience working in museums. They would be interested in volunteers that could offer regular support (commit to a minimum of 4 hours, fortnightly).
If you’re interested in finding out more about this volunteering role or to apply, please email: volunteer@manchesterjewishmuseum.com.
Manchester Metropolitan University
Short courses
Their new 12 week courses, designed in partnership with employers and industry leaders, offer a flexible and responsive pathway to higher education which lets you set the pace for your own study.
Each course consists of two six week units, which means you don’t have to commit to long periods of study. Each unit involves one weekly evening workshop, lasting two hours. The rest of the unit is entirely online, and completely flexible, consisting of bite size steps, each no longer than 30 minutes which you can do whenever you want.
You can choose to do up to four courses over three years and achieve a Certificate of Higher Education (equivalent of first year undergraduate degree).
Students need to be 18 plus to apply.
National Careers Service
Skills Assessments
The National Careers Service have free online careers assessments which anyone can fill in to find out what sort of careers you may be suited to. Whether you are out of work at the moment, furloughed or interested in exploring other career options, you are invited to have a go at one of their short assessments.
Northmoor Hub Job Club
Tuesday and Wednesday mornings 10am to 1pm
Job club is a free service for people who are looking for a job, training or volunteer roles. They offer support with:
- CV Support
- Job Search
- Job Applications
- Finding Training
- Volunteer roles
Northmoor Community Association. 95-97 Northmoor Road, Longsight. M12 5RT
Email Susan on susan@northmoorcommunity.org or ring 0161 248 4170
Northmoor Hub Job Club flyer
Northmoor Community Centre
Next Step project
Face-to-face appointments for anyone aged 16+ for support with:
- Benefits (including Universal Credit, Child Benefit, PIP)
- Housing (including Manchester Move)
- Jobs and CVs
- Online Courses
- Computer Support
To book:
Call, text, email or pop in to book an appointment during their opening hours:
Monday: 10am to 1pm
Tuesday: 10am to 1pm
Wednesday: 4pm to 7pm
Thursday: 10am to 1pm
Friday: 10am to 1pm
Northmoor Hub, 103 Northmoor Road, Longsight, Manchester M12 5RT
0161 248 4170 / 07458 300 781 / susan@northmoorcommunity.org
North View
Start Your Career In Construction
- Traineeships
- Apprenticeships
- Work Experience
- Trade Skills
- Certificated Training
Register your interest in the training opportunities on the North View Development Site or call 0161 549 8777 or email admin@skillscc.com to find out more
People Plus
People Plus are offering fully funded AEB Courses in Central Manchester including;
- Employability
- SIA Security
- Business Admin
- Customer Service
- CSCS Construction
All courses have a guaranteed interview with a local employer
Register for the fully funded AEB courses with People Plus
For more details please email Manchester.Skills@peopleplus.co.uk
Plato Training
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care
This qualification is suitable for anyone employed as a senior care assistant, senior
healthcare assistant, support worker or key worker in residential settings, community and primary care environments, acute health environments. Upon successful completion of this qualification, candidates will be equipped with the appropriate levels of knowledge and understanding ensuring confident working practice.
Free Subject to Eligibility Criteria
Contact them for more information: info@platotraining.co.uk
Visit Plato Training website for more courses and commercial training
Plato Training
Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning
This qualification provides learners with an understanding of the knowledge needed when working directly with children and young people in a school or college environment. It will enable learners to gain an understanding of elements including children and young people’s development, safeguarding their welfare, and communication and professional relationships.
Free Subject to Eligibility Criteria:
- Age 19 plus
- Live in Greater Manchester
- Learners must not have a Level 3 qualification or have a Level 3 but earning below £23,104 per year.
- Learners must be working, or volunteering in a school environment supporting children.
Contact them for more information: info@platotraining.co.uk
Visit Plato Training website for more courses and commercial training
Scope
Support to Work: Employment Support Programme
Scope provide employment advice to disabled people wherever they are on their journey into work, you could be looking for volunteering to gain that first step or be looking for a new paid opportunity . Each person who joins the service will have support from an Employment adviser for up to 12 weeks to support them to reach their employment goal which could be by;
- identifying their strengths and transferable skills
- developing confidence and job skills like time management
- reviewing their CV to meet your employment goals
- how and where to look for jobs
- mock interviews
- how to talk to your employer about their impairment and reasonable adjustments
You will have access to their selection of training modules and their online job board, which has exclusive vacancies from partner organisations, recruiters, and employers who are committed to employing more disabled people.
The Service is free and open to people who are:
- disabled or have an impairment or condition
- living in England or Wales
- aged 16 and over
- looking for a paid job
- have been out of work for less than 5 years, or are in work but looking for a new job
- have internet, email and telephone
Support to Work Extra: tailored employment support
Support to Work Extra offers tailored employment support for disabled people who have been out of work for longer than 5 years or are looking for in-person support.
You could be looking for your first job, or to get back into work, education, training, or volunteering. Scope will work together with you to help you achieve your goals.
Support to Work Extra is free and open to you, if you are:
To refer, just visit Scope's website and complete the online form
Seetec
Transport and Logistics Courses
They are providing level 3 courses in Transport, warehousing and Logistics. The training is fully funded at no cost to anybody involved, this is made possible via the Skills for Growth program. There are no entry requirements (or restrictions) in terms of company size or turnover, no requirements for the learner other than being aged 16 plus (other than being employed).
For more information on the course please contact:
jake.croxton@seetecoutsource.co.uk
Skills for Growth - SME Support
Skills for Growth SME Support is a fully funded skills consultation service tailored to helping SMEs up-skill their employees and improve productivity.
Skill Up Workshops
Are you looking to develop your Digital Skills?
Would you like to access services, connect with others, learn how to use particular devices and apps, save money or improve your employment prospects?
Skill Up workshops can help you!
Day: Every Tuesday morning
Time: 10am to 12.15pm. Drop-in anytime
Location: North City Library, 931 Rochdale Rd, Manchester, M9 4AF
You do not need to have digital skills to attend these workshops. All abilities are welcome.
Call Kate on 07814 041432 for more information.
Sonder Radio 50+
Sonder Radio is a community radio station for the 50+ demographic in Greater Manchester. Founded in 2016, their key aims have been to promote wellbeing, reduce isolation and advocate digital inclusion. They achieve this by running various creative workshops and connecting people through the content made by the community at Sonder. They encourage people at all skill levels to take part in their workshops, as they are catered to help teach and guide every participant from the ground up. They pride themselves on not leaving anyone behind. There is always, in every person, the capacity to learn something new and at Sonder Radio they hope to provide that experience for everyone that gets involved.
They are on the lookout for people who are 50+ who would like to join a community of like minded individuals to socialise and develop their digital, and creative skills.
For more information or to join Sonder Radio email autumn@sonderradio.com or alex@sonderradio.com
Spot the Signs of Domestic Abuse in the Workplace
A Greater Manchester-based domestic abuse charity is offering training to businesses across the city-region to help them better support employees in the workplace.
Independent Choices, a Greater Manchester based charity supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse and violence, is developing a training suite for businesses to help them spot the signs after accessing Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s Skills for Growth programme.
Read more about Spot the signs of domestic abuse in the workplace
Standguide Group
Standguide group current courses
Standguide group are offering a range of courses from ESOL skills which can be lifechanging for those who speak other languages living in the UK, customer services level 2 and Customer Service for Hospitality Level 2, and courses for those who would like to work in schools. They provide intensive ESOL courses to help learners with their English skills fast.
More information call 0161 881 4826
Entry Requirements: Must be aged 19 plus and a resident of Greater Manchester.
Step into Care
A pathway into social care employment
Are you interested in working in social care?
If you are caring and compassionate, have good communication skills and looking for a new opportunity, then get in touch today.
Step into Care can provide you with:
- Initial face to face virtual training to gain an introduction into health and social care
- A placement with a reputable social care employer keen to welcome you into their team.
Step Together Volunteering
For My Future Ex-Offender Course
Step Together Volunteering supports participants to build and develop the personal and practical skills needed to move forward. As well as offering progression routes into volunteering, training, and employment. Step Together Volunteering aim to help overcome the barriers ex-offenders face in finding work and this tailored course comprises 20 hours of guided learning, 1:1 mentoring and home learning, CV and interview techniques and a plan to get you into volunteering within your community.
Think Employment
Skills Boootcamp in Teaching Support
This free course is for those that are looking to start a career in a supportive role within a school or college (Teaching Assistant, Lunch Time Supervisor, Receptionist to name a few) Created with input from schools and supported by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, this flexible 12 to 16 week course gives you the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to an interview with an employer. This course is online and can be accessed during mornings, afternoons or evenings.
Entry Requirements:
- Adults aged 19 plus
- Open to unemployed, employed and self-employed (no need to be in receipt of benefits)
- Must live or work in Greater Manchester
- Must have right to work in the UK
The Growth Company
Green Skills Academy
First of its kind Green Skills Academy has launched in Greater Manchester
The Growth Company Education and Skills has launched its brand-new Green Skills Academy as part of a pan-northern effort to lead the UK’s transition to Net Zero.
Boasting cutting-edge technologies and a comprehensive training offer, the Academy is open to residents and businesses of all sizes with courses on offer to upskill employees in a range of different green technologies.
Find out more about the Green Skills Academy by watching this YouTube Video
Visit the Green Skills Academy webpage
The Growth Company
Level 3 Domestic Retrofit
This fully funded course offers you the skills and knowledge to be able to understand
the basic principles of domestic retrofit and recognise, evaluate and make
recommendations on introducing energy efficiency measures.
On successful completion of the course, you will achieve a Level 3 Award in Energy
Efficiency Measures for Older and Traditional Buildings.
You do not need to be working in the industry to complete this course however,
basic construction experience would be beneficial.
To apply for a place on this fully-funded course, you must be 16 plus, employed and live or work in the Greater Manchester area.
Duration: One day a week for a duration of 4 weeks
To find out more call 0161 233 2656 or email greenskillsacademy@growthco.uk
Retrofit Learner Pre-Enrolment Registration Information
The Growth Company
Software Developer Apprenticeship Level 4
Software developer Apprenticeship Level 4 Flyer
Leadership Essentials for all
The Growth company are launching their Software developer apprenticeship Level 4 and Leadership for all Essentials courses during their tech takeover week which is currently underway.
Leadership Essentials for All, is a fully funded flexible online short course for individuals aged 16 plus, who are employed and live or work in the Greater Manchester area.
This course provides a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in Management Leadership, which focuses on developing skills and knowledge for aspiring professional leaders and current leaders who want to enhance their existing attributes to become successful management professionals.
Find out more and apply today! Leadership Essentials for All (gceducationandskills.ac.uk)
Skills Bootcamp in Green Technology
These 4 week Skills Bootcamps are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to start your career or upskill to enhance your career in Green Technologies.
Skills Bootcamp in Green Technology flyer
The Bootcamps are free if you
- Are aged 19 plus
- Have the right to live and work in the UK
- Live in the Northwest, Greater Manchester, Merseyside,
- Are unemployed
- Are an ex-offender
Guaranteed job interview on completion
Find out more about Skills Bootcamps:
W: skills bootcamps
T: 0161 233 2656
E: recruitment@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
Skills Bootcamps
Skills Bootcamps are flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast-track to a guaranteed interview with a local employer. Developed by the Government as part of the Lifetime Skills Guarantee, Skills Bootcamps are being delivered in partnership with GC Education & Skills to help people gain skills for life, help support skills demands in their local area, and ultimately to help people get a better job.
From Content Marketing and Brand Design, to Construction Multi-Trade and Green Technology, find the perfect Skills Bootcamp for you or your team.
They are delivering a 4-week Skills Bootcamp in Construction Multi-Trade which is ideal for anyone wanting to change careers or learn a new trade. On successful completion of the Skills Bootcamp, applicants will receive a guaranteed interview with a local employer.
View all the Skills Bootcamps
Tree Of Life
Work Club Drop Ins
Wednesdays, 10am to 12pm
The Tree of Life centre provide support to residents of Wythenshawe with job searching, CV writing and preparation for interviews.
For further information please phone 0161 489 7018 or email wellbeing@treeoflifecentre.org.uk
Volunteer to become a Reading Coach - helping adults with reading
Read Easy UK is a registered charity that works through affiliated local groups to provide one-to-one reading coaching to adults, using trained volunteers. As a volunteer Reading Coach you will receive training, to introduce you to some of the issues faced by adults with reading problems and how to use the Reading manuals. You and your matched reader will then choose an approved venue to meet.
Download the Reading Coach Job Description
Apply to be a volunteer Reading Coach
Contact: mcnrecruiter@readeasy.org.uk
To reserve a place, you can enrol onto the initial assessment session by phoning 0161 696 5472 or email manchesterskills@wea.org.uk and quoting the following reference – C3848819
Please note: You can complete the course will be online using Zoom and Canvas apart from the last lesson that will be face to face.
We Find Any Learner
Free Level 2 qualification
The courses they offer take around 30 to 60 hours in total to complete online. You will be given up to 12 weeks to complete your course. You will have tutor support throughout your learning journey. On completion you will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate from CACHE or NCFE.
To be eligible, you simply need to be:
- Over 19 as of the 31st of August 2022
- Living in England
- Not on an Apprenticeship
Register your interest for the free level 2 qualification or call their friendly team on 01226 958 888.
Work and Skills Team, Manchester City Council
It's Never Too Late To Start Volunteering
Volunteering is when someone spends time doing something to benefit others. It can
include shopping for someone, being a mentor, assisting someone with a job search,
giving reading lessons, helping at a food bank, befriending – and much more. Anyone can volunteer; you can do as much or as little as you like, to fit around
your life. It may be a regular activity, a one-off, or anything in between. Volunteering is
for people of all ages, abilities, experiences and backgrounds. You don’t need any skills or qualifications to begin volunteering. Your past experiences may be extremely useful when volunteering
How can I get involved?
In Manchester there are many ways you can find an opportunity that suits you.
Volunteer Centre Manchester
The Volunteer Centre has a site where you can find details of local volunteering opportunities, advice on volunteering, help with finding the right volunteer role, and more.
MCRVIP
MCRVIP is a volunteering site managed by Manchester City Council. This is where you can find opportunities to volunteer with Council teams such as Libraries, MCRactive and Manchester Art Galleries.
Manchester Adult Education
Opportunities with Manchester Adult Education vary. By volunteering with them you can help others to learn and develop their own skills.
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