Jobseekers and residents seeking employment advice are invited to the Stockport Jobs Fair on Tuesday 29th September 2015. Organised by Stockport Council and Jobcentre Plus, the annual Jobs Fair gives jobseekers the opportunity to meet with a range of local employers who have vacancies that are seeking to fill at present.
Partner organisations will also be at the event offering employment advice and guidance to those seeking help as they look to take the next steps in their career and over 40 confirmed exhibitors including Iceland, TK Maxx, Co-op Bank, Vitality Health along with local providers.
The 2015 Jobs Fair is taking place on Tuesday 29th September from 10.00am to 2.00pm, at Stockport Town Hall, Edward Street, is open to anyone looking for a job or employment advice.
A Franchising Workshop will also be held as part of this year’s event, introducing franchising as an option for anyone considering self-employment. The free workshop will be held from 11am – 12 noon, however spaces are limited so pre-booking for this is essential.
To book a place at the workshop please email your details to growthteam@stockport.gov.uk or call (0161) 474 3737.
Councillor Patrick McAuley, Executive Member for Thriving Economy at Stockport Council said:
“Stockport Jobs Fair provides local jobseekers with a fantastic opportunity to meet with companies who have vacancies they are actively seeking to fill. As a Council we are committed to working with partners to support local residents as they seek employment opportunities, I would therefore urge any job seekers to attend the event.”
Carole Griffiths Stockport and Tameside Cluster Manager for DWP, said
“We are committed to supporting unemployed people and helping them get back into work. Building on the success of the last twelve months where we have seen a substantial reduction in the number of unemployed people, the Jobs Fair is another example of how we are working with our partners and local businesses to encourage more people into employment or training”.
Further information about the Jobs Fair is available online at www.stockport.gov.uk/jobsfair or by contacting Stockport Council’s Growth Team on 0161 474 3737.