National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Northwest

Salford Community Stadium, Manchester

The National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Northwest in Manchester is the leading regional event for students in Year 10 and above, sixth form and college learners, young adults, parents, guardians, teachers, and jobseekers across the North.

This flagship Northwest careers and apprenticeship showcase highlights apprenticeships at all levels, alongside university, college, and training pathways. Visitors can explore real opportunities while meeting some of the UK’s top employers, universities, colleges, and training providers face to face.

About the Event

Held at the Salford Community Stadium in Manchester, this regional event attracts visitors and exhibitors from across:

• Greater Manchester
• Liverpool
• Leeds
• Lancashire
• Cheshire
• Merseyside

Whether you’re considering your next step after school, exploring workforce development opportunities, or searching for new career routes, this event provides all the information you need in one place.

Who Should Attend?

Students (Aged 15+)

For students preparing for their future, this is the perfect opportunity to discover:

• Apprenticeships from intermediate to degree level
• How apprenticeships work with training providers
• T‑Levels and how they compare to A‑Levels and apprenticeships
• University routes and higher education options
• What regional colleges offer
• How to choose your next step after school, sixth form, or college

Get direct advice from employers and education providers shaping the Northwest’s early careers landscape.

Teachers & Careers Leaders

This event is ideal for school and college groups seeking high-quality careers engagement.

Your students will:

• Meet leading employers from across the region
• Learn how to access apprenticeship programmes
• Receive up‑to‑date guidance on careers and study pathways
• Engage with universities, colleges, and training providers
• Explore work experience and career development opportunities
• Gain insights into a wide range of industries and job roles

Supports Gatsby Benchmarks and enhances careers programmes for Year 10+.

Parents & Guardians

If your child is preparing to leave school, sixth form, or college, you’ll gain clarity on:

• Apprenticeships and work‑based learning routes
• University and college pathways
• Training provider programmes
• Careers advice and future study options
• How employers support young people entering the workforce

Ask questions and receive trusted guidance from the organisations who know early careers best.

General Visitors & Jobseekers

If you’re looking to start a new career, retrain, or upskill, this event offers:

• Access to 40+ regional and national employers
• Job vacancies across the Northwest
• Training and development opportunities
• Career change support and guidance
• Advice from skills providers and recruitment teams

A perfect chance to connect directly with businesses hiring now.

Why Attend?

The event is completely FREE for all visitors and offers:

• Employer‑led talks and presentations
• Hands‑on activities and interactive features
• Virtual reality experiences and competitions
• Meet‑and‑speak opportunities with apprenticeship and education providers
• Career‑shaping conversations in a fun, engaging environment

Whether you’re exploring, planning, or ready to take your next step — this event has something for everyone.

Exhibit With Us

If you’re an employer, university, college, or training provider wanting to showcase opportunities to thousands of motivated visitors across the Northwest, we’d love to support you.

Contact the Events Team:
Email: exhibit@nationalapprenticeshipevents.co.uk
Phone: 0800 023 5407