Resources for jobseekers

There are a number of high quality resources available that can support you in finding employment.

Employ GM

An online 'one stop shop’ for job seeking, accessing training courses and information on careers in different sectors.

Visit the Employ GM website.

GMACS (Greater Manchester Apprenticeship and Careers Service)

GMACS offers advice and information on starting careers and accessing apprenticeships.

Visit the GMACS (Greater Manchester Apprenticeship and Careers Service) website.

GMACS also provides a dedicated page for employment and training in Stockport.

GOV.UK's 'Find a Job' service

The UK Government’s national website for job searching.

Visit GOV.UK's 'Find a job' webpage.

The National Careers Service

The National Careers Service offers support with:

  • careers information
  • local training courses
  • CV templates
  • general advice and guidance

Visit the National Careers Service website.

SKylight

SKylight is a dedicated employment support service from Stockport Homes, which includes drop-in advice in First House, Brinnington, every Friday.

Visit the SKylight website.

Smart Works Greater Manchester

Smart Works Greater Manchester support unemployed women to move into work.

Smart Works offer:

  • free high-quality clothing
  • coaching
  • appointments both in-person and online

If you feel you'd benefit from this free employment support, ask an organisation who is supporting you (such as your Jobcentre work coach, college careers team, charity or community organisation) to refer you to Smart Works. They can do this by:

You can find more information on the:

Stockport Jobs Match

Explore jobs, training courses and support services. Including how to:

  • find work
  • develop your skills
  • plan your career

You can also find information and free resources to learn more about the options available at 16+ and 18+.

Visit the Stockport Jobs Match website.

Working Well

Working Well specialises in supporting unemployed people with health conditions or disabilities.

The service is also designed to help people who've been out of work for a long time, and those who might need some specialist support.

Visit the Working Well website.