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Asha Lee’s industry work placement with Oak Lodge Care home

Asha-Lee said:  Ever since I was young, I’ve always wanted to do nursing and this placement has helped me to understand the different career choices available to me as I pursue this dream of mine. Asha is demonstrating her drive and commitment as she travels each morning from Bradford, Yorkshire, to attend her work placement at Oak Lodge in Manchester.

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MP Afzal Khan visits students at The Manchester College

The #StudentsStandTogether event, held at the College’s Shena Simon Campus , built on the momentum of Greater Manchester's Hate Crime Awareness Week, launched at the College’s Openshaw site last week. Youth trainer and facilitator Ray Douglas led the session on personal identity in relation to being a young black and minority ethnic (BME) person living in Manchester.

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Visual Arts student contributes to city-wide art trail

James’ work, which is based on an album by The Haunted Candle Shop called Lemon Demon, is now on display in the reception area at City Campus Manchester and visible to people following the trail, as well as those who have downloaded the app.   The College’s Great Ducie Street site was chosen because of the permanent Greater Mancunians exhibition located there; another great showcase of the talent produced by the further education provider.

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The Gig Economy Explained

Using the information you find in an intelligent way to ensure you are successful in your career. Speak to a Careers & Welfare adviser on your site and continue to follow this blog. You can also follow the Careers & Welfare team on Twitter @CareersTMC

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Labour Market Information (LMI)

You can pick up an LMI card from the Careers & Welfare team on your site! Alternatively, you can find copies of the cards on Moodle and the college website. Follow this blog and we’ll look at different aspects of LMI each time.

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The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester shortlisted for multiple Manchester Adult Education and Skills Awards

“She has since managed to support other students with their anxiety and stress levels, got a Distinction for every single assignment, delivered with me and another student at the Teaching and Learning Conference to teachers about how to support students with anxiety and has been a model student since day one.

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Zara Khalique brightens up our day

It’s really important to be true to your own experience, thoughts and feelings - even if you’re concerned that you aren’t always very well-articulated like me, because I always just say what I feel and that’s always worked for me. “With these students, their voices are important to their work and their careers.

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Careers & Welfare

Take a look at our leaflets to see if an apprenticeship might be the right option for you. ContactsCareers Leaders and Welfare Site Leaders Greta Headley Harpurhey Susan Schofield Openshaw Michael Puddifoot Wythenshawe Siobhan Connolly-Curley City Campus Manchester Steve Broadbent Nicholls and City Labs Wendy Butterworth Careers and Welfare Manager Michael Puddifoot Careers and Welfare Site Leader Head of Department Stephen Brobbin Head of Careers, Employability and Welfare

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Covid-19 vaccination vans on campus

We will let teachers know that some students may be late to lessons as a result of having the vaccine on site. The dates, times and locations of the Covid-19 vaccination vans are as follows: Monday 20 September: Openshaw campus – 10am-4pm Harpurhey campus – 10am-4pm Tuesday 21 September: Wythenshawe campus – 10am-2pm Wednesday 22 September: Northenden campus – 10am-2pm Thursday 23 September: Nicholls campus – 10am-4pm Shena Simon – 10am-4pm The vaccination team will offer students first dose vaccinations and second doses for anyone who has had their first vaccination more than 8 weeks ago.

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Construction and Engineering

You can find out how to get there from your home address using the Transport for Greater Manchester route planner: Plan a journey | Transport for Greater Manchester (tfgm.com) We also have secure bike storage facilities on site so, with showers on campus, you also have the option to cycle to College. Additionally, if you are aged 16-18 and live in Greater Manchester, you are entitled to free bus travel across the region seven days a week with ‘Our Pass’ (click the link to find out more and apply).

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Sport

You can find out how to get there from your home address using the Transport for Greater Manchester route planner: Plan a journey | Transport for Greater Manchester (tfgm.com) We also have secure bike storage facilities on site so, with showers on campus, you also have the option to cycle to College. Additionally, if you are aged 16-18 and live in Greater Manchester, you are entitled to free bus travel across the region seven days a week with ‘Our Pass’ (click the link to find out more and apply).

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Nicholls Campus

Celebrated Victorian novelist Elizabeth Gaskell was an Ardwick resident, living with her husband William at 84 Plymouth Grove- a site which is today restored and open to the public. Travel Bus routes to Nicholls Campus include: 192, 201, 203, 204, 205, 206. Train Ardwick train station is close to the campus.

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