Jobseekers, students and career hopefuls are set to attend Ashfield District Council’s free annual Careers Fair, at Kirkby Leisure Centre, on Friday, 6th October, from 10am to 3pm.

Management consultancy Kinver Business Solutions has been named as headline sponsor and engineering contractor Van Elle is support sponsor for the event, and both will have a presence.

The Ashfield Careers Fair, in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), is attended by hundreds of jobseekers, students and career hopefuls each year. People looking for new careers and training opportunities are being invited come along to see what’s on offer and talk to one of the expected 90+ exhibitors.

Leader of the council Coun Jason Zadrozny said: “Our annual Careers Fair is a fantastic opportunity to meet potential employers and find out about training opportunities that could enhance your career or help you on your journey into employment. These events are key in improving the skills and employment opportunities in Ashfield and the Council is working tirelessly to create opportunities across Ashfield. Our aim is to decrease the skills gap by investing in the future of our area and its residents and businesses.”