It is really important to know about what jobs are currently available in our area as well as knowing about the growth sectors where jobs are likely to appear in the future. This is called Labour Market Information (LMI). This will help to support guiding you towards an appropriate career pathway.
The following infographics lay out current LMI for the Greater Manchester Area:
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There are also a great many additional websites that offer valuable careers information.
Click each highlighted link to access this information.
Eclips: This website offers students information on thousands of careers giving details of qualification required, wages, job roles and related information. Log in details are available from the Library.
Greater Manchester LMI Labour market information (LMI) - Overview of Greater Manchester labour market information
National Career Service: This is the official government site and offers information on a wide range of careers, job roles and CV writing. There are a number of career tools that support choices about future routes.
gov.uk - education, apprenticeships, traineeships and-internships: Offers information about different apprenticeships and provides details of current vacancies.
Careers Box: Students can watch films and videos about different jobs.
NHS Careers: Information on the wide range of careers within the NHS.
UCAS: Offers advice on course choices and options after doing GCSE’s. In addition students can start thinking about universities and course entry requirements
What career is right for me?: Students can take a free aptitude test to see which job suits them.
GMACS: Research specific information and opportunities in the Greater Manchester area
BBC Bitesize Careers: Whether you’re deciding what to study, taking your exams, planning a career, or just curious, BBC Bitesize are here to explain the world of work, with advice from people who've found the right path for them.
Icould: Get ideas for your future with free career videos, job information, plus advice on career options and the world of work. iCould provides career inspiration and information for young people through free access to over 1000 personal video stories, detailed job information, plus practical tips, insight and advice.
Discover Creative Careers: Interested in a career in the creative industries? Find out about the range of roles, the prospect of work and where to go for further information.
Prospects: Research Prospects for graduate jobs, postgraduate study, advice about work experience, internship opportunities and graduate careers. Take a quiz to match your skills and personality to 400+ job profiles.
Avis: Interested in a career in motorsports? Avis offers a range of opportunities.
