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National Apprenticeship Week 2026: Parents and Carers – Get up to Speed on all Things Apprenticeships
In this article, we’ll break down what an apprenticeship is and what types there are, how to apply for one in Greater Manchester and tips for talking to the young person in your life about them. What is an apprenticeship, anyway? An apprenticeship is a paid job...
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: The Skills You Can Develop From an Apprenticeship That Employers Will Love
Many people choose to do an apprenticeship because it gives them the opportunity learn the technical skills whilst on the job as well as gaining a qualification in their chosen field. But apprenticeships don’t just lead to qualifications and industry specific skills,...
National Apprenticeship Week 2026: What Is a Degree Apprenticeship, and How Do I Get on to One?
A degree apprenticeship is where you work and study to achieve a degree in a certain field. This means you’ll be working in a job where the work that you do contributes to the running of a business or organisation, however you’ll be also be spending some of that time...
Featured careers events
Apprenticeship Fair Tameside College
Date: 11/02/2026
Time: 10am-1pm
Suitable for: Students and parents
Join the Apprenticeship Fair at Tameside College to discover apprenticeship opportunities, speak to employers, and get career advice.
Network Rail: Your Future Right on Track – Manchester Piccadilly
Date: 11/02/2026
Time: 10am-2pm
Suitable for: Anyone interested in apprenticeships
National Rail's Apprenticeship Team will be travelling around Piccadilly Station and the surrounding network, popping up at a variety of stations to chat with the public and showcase the fantastic opportunities their apprenticeship schemes offer.
Apprenticeships Explained Webinar with GMLPN
Date: 11/02/2026
Time: 6pm-7pm
Suitable for: Anyone interested in apprenticeships
This interactive session is designed for parents, carers and young people who want to better understand what apprenticeships are really like!
See featured opportunities and support
Energise Programme by Catch 22
ENERGISE is a free, Shell-funded programme that helps individuals overcome barriers to employment, particularly in the rapidly growing green and net-zero sectors. It’s fully remote and designed to be accessible, practical, and genuinely life-changing. They've already...
Addleshaw Goddard Legal Explorer programme
The Addleshaw Goddard Legal explorer programme is an academic year-long opportunity for Year 12 students in London, Leeds and Manchester from social mobility backgrounds that are interested in learning more about careers in law. During the programme, students receive:...
City Careers – Free 10 week employment support programme
City Careers is a free programme which aims to help young people aged 16-25 into employment, education, or training. With both physical and mental well-being at the core of City Careers, participants have the opportunity to holistically develop and upskill their...
Get around GM with Our Pass
Are you aged 16-18? Get free bus travel across Greater Manchester on the local bus network, half price selected Metrolink tickets, and discounts on various events with Our Pass.
