Discover Your Dream Career: Collyer's Next Steps Fair Connects 300 Learners with Top UK Employers

Last week, Collyer’s hosted its highly rated Next Steps Careers Fair, welcoming 300 learners and their supporters to explore future opportunities. The event featured over 40 exhibitors from diverse industries, providing direct engagement with employers and valuable insights into various career paths.

Key Exhibitors and Opportunities

Exhibitors included major organizations such as:

• Thales
• Kreston Reeves
• Assurity
• Rolls Royce
• The Army
• Border Force
• Sussex Police
• Civil Aviation Authority
• Creative Technology
• Honeywell
• Plumpton College
• St Catherine's Hospice

Rebecca Adams, Collyer’s Director of Personal Development, expressed delight: "The exhibitors said the event was an excellent way to engage with the next generation of employees and help with their careers choices."

Event Highlights and Feedback

Special thanks were extended to Georgina Campbellwood and Julie Crysell for their planning, organization, and employer engagement. Additional support from Emma Burns, Jo Bull, Andrea John, and Ian McAlister ensured the event ran smoothly.

Andrea John, Collyer’s Vice Principal (Pastoral), noted: "The evening was a massive success. Huge thanks to Rebecca, and the Collyer’s team for making this next steps’ event possible. We are also colossally grateful to the exhibitors who our students found knowledgeable, engaging, and inspiring."

Visual Insights from the Fair

The Border Force team sharing insights into careers in national security and frontline protection.

Representatives from St Catherine’s Hospice discussing rewarding pathways within their organization.

Rolls Royce provided an insight into a variety of careers within the industry.

Kiyo Engineering showcased their engineering opportunities to enthusiastic learners.

The event created a fantastic buzz and received wonderful feedback from students and their supporters, highlighting its impact on career exploration and decision-making.