Stockport businesses are invited to take part in Greater Manchester's Good Employment Week as it returns for its second year. Taking place between 7th and 11th October, the event is the UK's first such week dedicated to promoting good workplaces and employment practices, and has been organised by … [Read more...]
News for: Employment
Greater Manchester seeks additional powers over employment support to get 150,000 residents back into work
Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has asked Government for greater powers over employment support funding to help support over 150,000 city-region residents back into work. The city-region is proposing a new approach to address root causes of worklessness with positive tailored support … [Read more...]
GMLPN new membership manager tasked with expanding the network
Marketing Stockport member, Greater Manchester Learning Providers Network (GMLPN), is focusing on delivering its strategy for growth with the appointment of Chloe Ramsden to the newly created role of Membership Manager. GMLPN is one of the largest networks of learning and skills providers across … [Read more...]
New tips legislation to come into effect
Hospitality businesses where staff receive tips need to make sure they are prepared for new legislation that comes into force on 1st October 2024. The new ‘tips act’ is designed to regulate tipping and ensure that tips are allocated fairly and transparently. The Employment (Allocation of Tips) … [Read more...]
Stockport social enterprise seeks HR professional to join voluntary board of directors
Stockport-based social enterprise, Refugees & Mentors, is looking to for an HR professional to support them on their voluntary board of directors. The organisation has been operating since 2017 and works across Greater Manchester to support refugees and vulnerable migrants to improve their … [Read more...]
New digital tool launched to help young people make a Beeline to careers in growth sectors
A new digital tool, Beeline, has launched to help provide Greater Manchester's young people with guidance towards careers in key growth sectors in the city-region. Unveiled by Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, at Rayner Stephens High School in Tameside on 20th September, Beeline will be … [Read more...]
Stockport Council hosts inclusive jobs fair
Stockport Council is hosting a local inclusive jobs fair in Lancashire Hill and Heaton Norris area and is looking for local businesses with vacancies to showcase them at the event. The event offers a great opportunity for local organisations to highlight their business to people actively looking … [Read more...]
Expert Opinion: Why staff appraisals are essential for organisational success
Stockport-based business coach, Julian Stafford, explains how, when done right, staff appraisals can be a game-changer for both your people and your company. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, the importance of staff appraisals cannot be overstated. Often seen as just … [Read more...]
New Labour Market Advisory Board launched to address rising economic inactivity
A new body has launched to advise government on addressing the rising economic inactivity among working age people in the UK. The Labour Market Advisory Board brings together experts from across business, industrial relations and academia to advise government on how to bring down to the rising … [Read more...]
Stockport employers invited to help boost aspirations of children and young people
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is working with councils and employers across the region to help young people raise their career aspirations for the future. Positive encounters with employers can make all the difference to the future career aspiration and skill set of Greater … [Read more...]
New report highlights progress made in tackling Greater Manchester’s skills shortages
A new report released by Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) has highlighted to new courses and initiatives moving forward in the city-region to address skills shortages. The report, published alongside GCSE results when many will be thinking about future career and education options, … [Read more...]
Stockport Council honoured with top award by MoD
Stockport Council has been accredited with the prestigious Gold Award by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for its ongoing support for veterans and their families.? The award, given under the MoD's Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), celebrates the council’s commitment to integrating the unique skills … [Read more...]
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