The world of work is changing. Some jobs are changing faster than others, others are becoming extinct and many jobs of the future don’t even exist yet. 

To get an idea of the challenges that lie ahead and the skills we’ll need to build for future careers, it’s important to understand what employers are looking for and why. Use the articles below to learn more about employability skills for students and young people, explore our career guides to understand how different industry sectors are likely to change in the years to come, and find out more about the Stockport economic landscape to see what’s coming up in our Borough.
Building Confidence in Your Skills and ‘Selling’ Yourself for College, Apprenticeship or Job Interviews

Building Confidence in Your Skills and ‘Selling’ Yourself for College, Apprenticeship or Job Interviews

Being asked to ‘sell yourself’ and demonstrate self-promotion is a daunting prospect for most students and young people. But Building confidence in your skills is important, not just for application forms and personal statements, but also when asked in-person to describe your skills during interviews for college, sixth form, apprenticeships or jobs.  First you’ll need…

Soft and Hard Skills

Soft and Hard Skills

Having analysed thousands of job listings, recruitment app Debut has revealed the most in-demand ‘soft’ and ‘hard’ skills employers are looking for. But first, what exactly are ‘soft’ and ‘hard’ skills? What are Hard Skills? Hard skills are acquired through training, practice, and education.  Therefore, any skills that are taught in some form are classed as a…

Building Tech Skills with Microsoft Learn and the Microsoft Learn Student Hub

Building Tech Skills with Microsoft Learn and the Microsoft Learn Student Hub

With a growing investment in building a tech talent pipeline for future jobs growth across Greater Manchester, acquiring tech skills has become more crucial than ever. Whether you’re a student exploring career options or a young professional looking to enhance your skillset, Microsoft offers a wealth of free resources to help you learn and develop…

Developing Transferable Skills with the Universal Skills Builder Framework

Developing Transferable Skills with the Universal Skills Builder Framework

As you journey through secondary school and college, you’re not just collecting grades and facts, but also building a set of skills that can shape your success in the years to come. While good grades are essential, they’re not the only thing that counts. Enter the Universal Skills Builder Framework – your secret weapon for…

Matching Aspirations to the Realities of the Local Job Market

Matching Aspirations to the Realities of the Local Job Market

As you near the end of secondary school or college, you’re probably already envisioning what your future holds. It’s exciting to imagine the countless opportunities that await you, from cutting-edge technology jobs to creative endeavors that let your passions shine. But as you dream about your future career, it’s crucial to ground those dreams in…

Identifying and Relating Transferable Skills from Education to the Workplace

Identifying and Relating Transferable Skills from Education to the Workplace

Not sure what skills you have? Even less confident about how they can be transferred from school or college to real life in a job? Find out how to identify and relate transferable skills from education to your future career. Your academic journey is more than just acquiring knowledge and passing exams. It’s a valuable…

Developing your transferable skills for life – Free Adult Training Courses after School or College

Developing your transferable skills for life – Free Adult Training Courses after School or College

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, your learning journey doesn’t end when you leave full-time education. Lifelong learning is a vital component of your ongoing career journey and you’ll continue to receive training and develop transferable skills at every stage, opening the door to new experiences, increased responsibilities and hopefully job promotions and pay rises…

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