Citywide Recruitment Event
Are you a Manchester resident looking for a job?
Book your slot on our forthcoming recruitment event, where 15+ multi-sector employers will be on hand with jobs ready to be filled. Confirmed employers include Metroline, Northwest Ambulance Service, the Royal Navy, and many more.
Book a slot and find your next job: Recruitment Event Tickets, Tuesday, November 3 • 10 AM - 1 PM | Eventbrite
Get to Know Trusteeship
Wednesday 4 November (5:30-8 pm)
Event: St Thomas Centre, Ardwick Green North
Are you interested in becoming a trustee or belonging to a board? Come along to this event to meet organisations looking for trustees!
Manchester Community Central is holding an information and networking event to promote the role and impact of trusteeship. We want to encourage connections between potential trustees and directors and the recruiting charities and organisations from the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.
Participants will:
- Hear about ‘What is trusteeship?’, along with good examples of what it means and feels like to belong to a board or committee
- Network with other would-be trustees, and meet a host of groups and organisations that are actively recruiting trustees and board members
- Have an opportunity to ask questions to an expert panel: ‘Ask us anything about trusteeship’
Come along and find out more about Trusteeship!
Age 50 or over? Get support for your health, wealth and wellbeing.
As part of Age Pioneers Week, Manchester City Council and partners are bringing together a range of organisations to offer advice, guidance, support and opportunities, plus food and refreshments.
Find out about:
- Employment opportunities
- Training and skills support
- Volunteering
- Physical and mental health services
- Community groups and activities
- Cost of living advice and wider support
Come along to meet local services, build new connections and explore opportunities to help you live well, feel good and stay connected.
Date: Tuesday 17 November
Time: 10am - 1pm
Venue: Moston Simpson Memorial, 361 Moston Ln, Manchester M40 9NB
Let's Go Retro Event - Wythenshawe
Over 45? Discover new opportunities at Let’s Go Retro!
Join us during #AgePioneersWeek2026 to meet employers, explore training, gain careers advice and access support.
18 November, 10am-12pm
Wythenshawe Forum M22 5RX. Free entry, no booking needed.
Don’t miss The Manchester College’s open event.
Don’t miss The Manchester College’s next open event on Saturday 14 November!
Whether you've already got a course in mind or you're still exploring your options, this is your chance to have a look around, chat to tutors and see what could be waiting for you after school.
Explore their facilities, find out more about the subjects you're interested in and discover the support available throughout your time with them. From hands-on vocational courses to T Levels, you'll get a better idea of where your next step could take you.
Explore courses in:
- Animal Management
- Automotive
- Business and Professional
- Computing and Digital
- Construction and Engineering
- Education and Early Years
- ESOL and English and Maths
- Hair, Beauty and Make‑up
- Health and Social Care
- Hospitality and Catering
- Music
- Performing Arts
- Public Services and Criminology
- Science
- Sport
- Travel, Tourism and Aviation
- Visual Arts
You'll also be able to speak to their support teams and discover the guidance available to help you make the most of your time at college, both in and out of the classroom.
👉 Join them on Saturday 14 November, 10am to 1pm
Upcoming Campus Tours
Come along to one of their upcoming Campus Tours to explore our facilities, meet our team and get personalised support to help you move forward.
Monday 23 November 4-6pm – CCM
Tuesday 24 November 4-6pm – Harpurhey
Wednesday 25 November 4-6pm – Openshaw
Thursday 26 November 4-6pm – Wythenshawe & Nicholls
Whether you’re finishing school, looking for a fresh start, changing direction or returning to education after some time away, our team is here to help.
Come along, explore your options and get the support you need to take your next step.
Book your place today! Campus Tours.
Short Courses and Workshops for Young People
Free workshops and short courses for young people across Manchester, up to age 25, to gain valuable skills and experience.
Manchester-based performance arts charity supporting diverse young voices through writing, performance and creative development: https://www.youngidentity.org/
Try Carpentry – Free Half-Day Course (Openshaw)
A free, hands-on carpentry session delivered at a wood workshop in Openshaw. This short course gives you the chance to develop practical woodworking skills while learning about sustainability and repurposing materials in a real workshop environment.
Eligibility: Open to individuals aged 18+.
Booking: Essential
Contact giveandgain@emergemanchester.co.uk
or call 0161 223 8200 (option 6).
See the attached flyer for full details and how to book your place.
Volunteer Centre Manchester (Drop-In Sessions)
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Volunteer Centre Manchester is inviting residents to drop in and meet the team at Manchester Central Library. These sessions are open to anyone interested in volunteering or finding great opportunities.
The team can help you:
- Explore a wide range of volunteering roles
- Access guidance and information about volunteering
- Get extra support if needed to start volunteering
Details:
Manchester Central Library, St Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 5PD
Meetings usually last around 30 minutes
No booking required, but you can book a slot for a reminder
Kurry Kitchen Thursdays – Old Trafford
Kurry Kitchen Thursdays
Empower Consultants has launched Kurry Kitchen Thursdays, a new community initiative empowering women from the South Asian community to turn their culinary skills into thriving businesses.
Running every Thursday from 12pm to 2pm, the project offers authentic cooked meals for just £3 per plate, with both vegetarian and meat options available.
This initiative aims to create opportunities, celebrate culture, and strengthen community ties.
Event Details:
Every Thursday, 12pm to 2pm
Bluesci Old Trafford Wellbeing Centre, Seymour Grove, M16 0LN
Learning Curve Hair & Beauty Academy – Open Day
Thinking about a career in Hair & Beauty? Drop in to explore the Manchester academy and find out about courses starting in 2026.
What to expect:
- Tour the academy and meet the team
- Learn about accredited courses (Levels 1–4)
- Funding options available, including 19+ Advanced Learner Loan
Register your attendance:
Interest Register & Open Days – Learning Curve Hair & Beauty Academies North
Northmoor Community Association
Free Computer and AI Course
Learn the Basics with Confidence
Starting 17 September
Every Thursday (12:15pm-1:15pm)
No previous computer experience needed
Perfect for beginners and older adults. Learn at your own pace in a friendly and supportive environment.
You will learn:
✓ How to use a computer ✓ Creating and using email ✓ Using websites and online services ✓ Basic online safety and privacy ✓ Awareness and prevention of Scams ✓ Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (A.I)
Northmoor Community Centre, 95-97 Northmoor Road, Longsight, Manchester, M12 5RT
Volunteer run by an English and Urdu speaker.
Flourish with Me Time
Join a safe, welcoming space dedicated to education and empowerment around mental health and well-being. Through a holistic approach and creative tools like henna designing you’ll improve your basic English conversation skills, build resilience, connect with others and enhance your overall well-being.
Every Monday (term-time only) from 10am until 12noon at Northmoor Community Centre, 95-97 Northmoor Road, Longsight, M12 5RT.
Starts 7th September
https://wetacic.org email: info@wetacic.org Ruhena 07369200784
Northmoor Homework Plus Club
This free project for 8 to 16 year olds is back open after the summer holidays and waiting to help your child succeed.
Northmoor will be providing support with children’s homework, namely Maths, English and other subjects.
**All new and returning students are required to register/ re-register with their parent/legal guardian***
For more info Find out more about Northmoor Homework Club
Northmoor Community Association
Website: Northmoor Community Association
Tel. 0161 248 6823
Email: info@northmoorcommunity.org
Northmoor Community Diner
Wednesdays (12-2pm)
Our diner is a welcoming space for anyone to come and get a freshly cooked meal, meet members of their community and find out what's going on in their community.
Northmoor Community Association
Website: Northmoor Community Association
Tel. 0161 248 6823
Email: info@northmoorcommunity.org
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