Southwark College will once again host the annual Get Living Elephant and Castle Careers & Jobs Fair, bringing together employers, education providers and training organisations to help local residents explore career opportunities and develop new skills.
Delivered in partnership with Get Living, the event will take place on Wednesday 9 September from 10.30am to 4pm at Southwark College, providing attendees with direct access to employers, training providers and careers advice in one location.
Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about apprenticeships, training programmes, work experience placements, entry-level roles and further education opportunities. Employers and organisations attending the event include Oliver Bonas, Bird & Blend, the London Fire Brigade and the NHS, offering valuable insights into a wide range of career pathways.
The careers fair aims to support people at every stage of their journey, whether they are looking for their first job, considering a career change, exploring apprenticeships or looking to progress through further education and training.
Diana Barranco, Partnerships Director at Get Living, said: “The Elephant and Castle Careers Fair is all about connecting local people with real opportunities, so we’re proud to be bringing it back to Southwark College for another year. It gives people the chance to meet employers face-to-face, explore different career paths and access practical advice and support.
“Whether someone is looking for their first job, considering an apprenticeship or further education, or thinking about a career change, the fair gives them the chance to meet employers face-to-face, explore what’s available and make valuable connections.”
Scott Peasey, Principal at Southwark College, said: “We are proud to be hosting the Elephant and Castle Careers and Jobs Fair once again, helping to create opportunities for local people to access good jobs, training and skills. Events like this play an important role in ensuring our community benefits from the continued investment in Elephant and Castle by bringing employers, education providers and residents together in one place.
“The fair also provides a valuable opportunity for Southwark College students to engage directly with local employers, explore career pathways and gain insight into the skills and experience needed in today’s workplace. We encourage people at every stage of their career journey to come along, make new connections and discover the opportunities available to them.”
As a key education provider within the borough, Southwark College continues to work closely with employers and community partners to support skills development, employability and progression opportunities for local residents. The Careers & Jobs Fair reflects the college's commitment to helping people access the education, training and employment opportunities needed to thrive in a changing workforce.
