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Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) deliver the 12 week Team programme for 16 - 25 year olds in partnership with the Prince's Trust.  Each Team enrols young people 3 times a year in 7 locations; Bolton, Salford, East-Manchester, Trafford, Wythenshawe, Stockport and Hyde.

What's stopping you from getting on with your life?

• Unemployed?
• A young person in or about to leave care?
• An offender or ex-offender?
• Looking for a challenge?

If you are aged 16 to 25 and unemployed you could join our team and take part in a free 12 week programme.

Team up with GMFRS

The programme consists of careers advice, work placements, a week of team building activities and a series of community based projects.

The programme is FREE to join and most Government benefits aren't affected.

We offer exciting challenges which help build confidence and motivation whilst giving you new skills and qualifications.

What happens during your 12 week programme?

• Develop practical skills to help you in life and work
• Meet exciting new people
• Enjoy an action packed team building trip away
• Take part in challenging projects - chosen by you!
• Spend a day at a local football club
• Train with firefighters
• 5 -10 days work experience
• Get career advice and help with your job searc
• Develop your CV
• Make a real difference to your local community
• Achieve nationally recognised qualifications

You will also have the opportunity to work towards recognised qualifications, as well as develop many skills, such as:

• Prince's Trust Certificate in employment, teamwork and community skills
• Health and safety
• Manual handling
• Basic food hygiene
• First aid at work
• Adult literacy and numeracy
• Personal, Employability, Achievement and Reflection for Learning (GQAL PEARL)

How do I take part?

Recruitment is now open for our new Teams that start in January 2013!

If you are interested in the programme and want to join one of our Teams, please complete our online enquiry form.

More information

For further details, you can email us at allfiredup@manchesterfire.gov.uk or telephone the team directly:

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