Rochdale Skills Centre
🌟 Welcome 🌟
Are you aged 16–18 and looking for a supportive, hands-on way to build your skills, confidence, and career prospects? At our Tameside Skills Centre, we offer courses designed to help you take the next step — whether that’s further education, training or employment.
Our Tameside Training Centre, part of the Growth Company, is based in Ashton-under-Lyne (just behind Cineworld), only a 5-minute walk from the Metrolink and town centre.
What We Offer
Health & Social Care – Level 1
Learn how to support others and make a difference in your community. These courses are perfect if you're interested in working in care, nursing or health services.
Construction Multi-skills – Level 1
This course provides hands-on training in a range of essential construction trades, building a strong foundation for a career in the industry.
Employability Skills – Level 1 & 2
Get job-ready with essential skills like CV writing, interview techniques, teamwork and time management.
Maths & English – Functional Skills (Entry 3 to Level 2)
Boost your confidence in everyday maths and English. Whether you're catching up or aiming higher, we’ll support you every step of the way.
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health & Economic Education)
Build life skills that matter — from mental health awareness and healthy relationships to money management and decision-making.
Contact Details:
T. 01706 717 860
E. rochdale@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
Level 1 in Construction Multi-skills
Level 1 and Level 2 Employability Skills
Level 1 Certificate for Working in the Health, Adult and Child Care Sectors
Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Health and Social Care
Who to contact at this Skills Centre if you are concerned about yourself or a friend/peer:
Claire Murray - Skills Centre Manager
T. 01706 717 860
Rochdale Skills Centre
Unit 1, Chichester Street
Heritage Park
Rochdale
Manchester
OL16 2AU
T. 01706 717 860
E. Rochdale@gceducationandskills.ac.uk
