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St John's Centre are recruiting for a new Volunteer Coordinator (21 hrs per week) This is a 12-month appointment initially with a possibility of the post being extended for 2 years. Hours: 21 hrs per week, over 3 days We are a ‘Real Living Wage’ employer St John’s...

  English for Learning and Life Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3rd August - 3rd September 2026 This course is designed to help learners build the early language, confidence and study skills needed for everyday life in the UK and for progression to the Get...

  Footlights Old Trafford will be offering four weeks of theatre school for 5-16-year-olds this Summer holidays, from 27th July - 21st August 2026 - based on more of your favourite musicals. For more details, please visit our Holiday Activities page.

  It's time to get active at St John's! From June 3rd, join Vicky from My Happy Balance on Wednesday evenings from 6:00pm–6:45pm. Whether you're completely new to exercise, returning after a break, or already active, everyone is welcome at this fun, supportive...

Get your weekly dose of empowerment, rhythm and resilience at this free women-only class supported by L&Q. Tuesdays 1.30-2.30pm (term time only) Start date - 25th November 2025 You don't need to book - just turn up! For more information, please go to...

If you're new to the online world and want to start safely in a small group, why not join our new IT workshop for beginners, led by our volunteer Digital Champions? Every Thursday 10am-12 for 6 weeks starting November 6th 2025 You will start with the basics of using a...

If you've had to leave work, or are struggling to stay in work, because of a health problem - the Work Well Trafford programme can help you. You will get free, one-to-one, personalised support from a Key Worker based at St John's Centre or Stretford Public Hall. They...

  Join Polly from Be Bolder Fitness for Strength and Conditioning Now twice a week! 45 minutes of strength and conditioning suitable for all levels of experience. Women only, £3.50 per session. Wednesday 6-6.45pm (booking required) New session from 31st January...

We're delighted to announce that we have received funding from the VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme, which is helping voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations (VCSEs) across England to deliver more efficient services for people and communities by saving...

Great news - our courses for the community have been chosen as one of the Co-op's causes for this coming year! The more Co-op members who nominate us as their chosen cause, the more funding we will get - including being in the running for a £5,000 prize draw. All the...