James meeting representatives from Seetec Pluss who run a Work, Wellbeing & Employment Service.
Almost 1,000 visitors turned out for an annual careers fair organised by a Suffolk Member of Parliament, who hailed the event as a success for the Sudbury economy.
South Suffolk MP James Cartlidge hosted his latest jobs fair at the Sudbury Arts Centre – formerly St Peter’s – earlier this month, coinciding with National Careers Week, off the back of similar events held in Great Cornard and Hadleigh.
The purpose was to showcase the career opportunities available in the Sudbury area, with over 50 stallholders present to discuss their job vacancies and work experience placements.
Attended by more than 900 people throughout the day, the event was supported by local secondary schools, the Job Centre and the Department for Work and Pensions.
Mr Cartlidge said: “I was pleased to confirm over 900 visitors to my most recent jobs fair, and over 50 businesses, organisations and charities advertising a range of vacancies. This was a really positive day for Sudbury’s local economy, and the Sudbury Arts Centre showcased its ability to support major local events. This was a great opportunity to connect our local workforce with the brilliant businesses and organisations that operate on our doorstep. The fair received very positive feedback from employers, with several reporting that they already had interviews lined up. I was particularly pleased that one attendee left having found their dream job in the NHS – that’s what these events are all about. I would like to extend my thanks to Sudbury Camber of Commerce and all who took part.”
Businesses represented included Gainsborough’s House, MEL Aviation, GCB Cocoa, Maycast Nokes Precision Engineering, The Range, Ernest Doe, HM Prison Service, the NHS, Suffolk Fire Service and Suffolk County Council.
In addition, there were stands run by the likes of Eastern Education Group, West Suffolk College, EDF Energy and the Royal Navy, sharing details of their apprenticeships.
Published in the Suffolk Free Press.
