May 2024 recent Jobs Fair attracted over 600 people to showcase their skills to potential employers

The Wrexham Jobs Fair organised by Wrexham Communities for Work Plus in collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) proved to be a huge success.

Held in Wrexham City Centre, the event hosted 40 employers and service providers who engaged with job seekers, offering insights into employment opportunities and details about current job openings.

With over 600 job seekers in attendance, individuals had the chance to interact with representatives from employers such as the NHS, Wrexham and Flintshire Council, Hoya Lens, Magellan, North Wales Police and The Royal Mail.

Participants seized the opportunity to showcase their skills, network with potential employers, and even took part in impromptu interviews. This event fostered a productive environment where job seekers and employers connected, potentially leading to fruitful collaborations and job placements.

The collaborative spirit and proactive involvement of all attendees contributed to making the jobs fair a triumphant occasion, emphasising community support and empowerment within the realm of employment.

“Jobs Fairs are excellent opportunities”

Cllr Nigel Williams, Lead Member for Economy and Regeneration, said, “Job Fairs are excellent opportunities for anyone seeking work or looking for a change in career. I’d like to thank everyone that took part in the event and to to all the potential employers that took the time to showcase what they can offer the workforce.”

What did employers think of the Jobs Fair?

Mairi Chaplin COPA – “Brilliant event, extremely well organised.  Great to see so many faces looking for opportunities.”

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Aimee Chesters – Eleven11 Group.  – “We had an incredibly successful visit to the Wrexham jobs fair,  It was an amazing opportunity to connect with individuals and showcase the incredible career opportunities we have to offer.  Our team was thrilled to meet so many enthusiastic job seekers and share valuable insights about our company and the exciting projects we are working.”

Cassie Atkins – Draig Recruitment – “It really was a fantastic event; I would say the best one I have attended. I don’t think I stopped talking to people for about 2 hours solid, and thanks to the event I have a fair few people coming through registration now.”

Rhonwen Hughes – Employment Plus – Salvation Army – “It was a great event, with plenty of employers and the right level of providers.  Great to have had the opportunity to be part of this.”

Wrexham Communities for Work Plus are available to support you into employment if you live in Wrexham, are aged 19+ and currently unemployed.

You can self-refer to the project here.

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