Tameside Skills Centre 26/27

Overview

Our Education Programmes offer a supportive, tailored learning experience for young people aged 16 to 18 (up to 24 with an EHCP). Whether you’re starting out in construction, looking to gain qualifications, or preparing for your next steps, we’ll help you reach your goals.

At Tameside Skills Centre we have excellent achievement rates with learners encouraged and supported to achieve to the best of their ability. We believe that every learner can achieve regardless of their starting point or prior experience of learning and are committed to helping overcome barriers. Learners will have an individualised programme tailored to their own interests and goals.

We offer three enrolment dates across the academic year – September, November, and January. Please contact us for more information.

No formal entry requirements.

Progression opportunities include employment, further education or training and apprenticeships.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why Choose Tameside Skills Centre?

Small class sizes in a friendly, welcoming environment
Fully equipped practical construction workshop to develop hands-on skills
Supportive facilities, including a stocked kitchen with snacks and refreshments
Access to Keyworkers and a Learning Mentor for guidance and support
Regular visits from external specialist careers advisors for one-to-one sessions and drop-ins
Weekly advice and support from our apprenticeship team

We are committed to helping learners achieve their full potential, regardless of prior experience. Your programme will be individualised to your interests and goals, with support to overcome any barriers to learning.

Do you offer Open Evenings & Events

We host open evenings and events throughout the year – a great opportunity to visit the centre, meet our staff and explore the programme.

Find out more here.

Will I study English and maths?

Yes. If you have not yet achieved the required qualifications in English and/or maths, your programme may include:

Functional Skills English
Functional Skills Maths
GCSE English
GCSE Maths

These qualifications can help improve your future education and employment opportunities.

What support is available?

Our experienced tutors and support staff are here to help you throughout your learning journey. We can provide support with:

Learning and study skills
Personal development
Progression planning
Employability skills
Next steps into further education, apprenticeships or employment

How Do You Support Learner Safety, Wellbeing and Inclusion?

We are committed to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment where every learner feels valued, respected and able to achieve their full potential.

Our dedicated team provides support for learners' wellbeing, safeguarding and additional learning needs. We promote equality, celebrate diversity and work closely with learners to ensure they have access to the support and guidance needed to succeed.

Whether you have concerns about your wellbeing, need additional learning support, or simply want advice and guidance, our team is here to help.

To find out more about safeguarding, wellbeing and learner support, please visit our Safeguarding and Inclusion page.

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