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Good Employment Week 2026 is nearly here.

This October, we're asking a simple question: 'What does your Work Feel Like?'

Take part in our interactive word cloud, discover events taking place across Greater Manchester and connect with employers and experts championing good employment.

See what's on and be part of the conversation.

How does your workplace feel?

Everyone’s word cloud

People across Greater Manchester are describing their workplace culture in a few words. Add yours and watch the shared word cloud grow.

Top words so far, most common first:

  1. How does your workplace feel? (highlighted)
  2. Flexible (positive)
  3. Happy (positive)
  4. Evolving (neutral)
  5. Dependable (positive)
  6. Friendly (positive)
  7. Performance-driven (neutral)
  8. Insecure (negative)
  9. Cliquey (negative)
  10. Active (neutral)
  11. Enjoyable (positive)
  12. Motivating (positive)
  13. Collaborative (positive)
  14. Conventional (neutral)
  15. Uncertain (negative)
  16. Fast-paced (neutral)
  17. Trusting (positive)
  18. Overwhelming (negative)
  19. Political (negative)
  20. Productive (neutral)
  21. Healthy (positive)

Bigger words have been chosen more often. Green words feel positive, grey are more neutral or descriptive, and red feel negative. Take part to add your words to the cloud.

Check back October 5th to take part

What's on?

What does Good Employment Look Like for People with Criminal Records?
Hosted by Back on Track and Castlefield Recruitment as part of Good Employment Week 2026, this event will explore what it means to be a good employer when it comes to recruiting and supporting people with criminal records. Through contributions from criminal justice professionals, employers and people with lived experience, attendees will gain insights into the role employment can play in rehabilitation and learn about approaches being developed across Greater Manchester to create inclusive employment opportunities.
Wednesday 7th Oct, 15:30 - 18:00
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Making Sense of the Employment Rights Act 2025
Hosted by GM Business Growth Hub as part of Good Employment Week 2026, this webinar will help business leaders, managers and HR professionals understand the key changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act and what they mean for employers. Combining expert insights, practical guidance and discussion, the session will explore employers' legal responsibilities, highlight key areas requiring action and help organisations prepare for future changes in employment legislation with confidence.
Thursday 8th Oct, 10:30 - 11:30
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Inclusive Recruitment with BSL Interpreter
Hosted by Aspire in Partnership as part of Good Employment Week, this event will explore how to design fair, accessible, and effective recruitment practices—from job design and advertising through to interviews and selection. You’ll gain practical tools to reduce bias, improve candidate experience, and ensure your recruitment process enables all candidates to demonstrate their potential. The session also considers the overall inclusive framework that needs to be in place at an organisation to aid attraction and retention of diverse employees. A BSL Interpreter will be present at this webinar.
Wednesday 7th Oct, 09:00 - 10:00
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