Job seekers, career changers and those looking to upskill are invited to get hands on and \u2018try before they apply\u2019 at the Tendring Jobs and Skills Fair next week.<\/p>\n
The popular event returns to the Princes Theatre, Clacton Town Hall, on Thursday 25 September from 10.30am to 2.30pm.<\/p>\n
With over 50 exhibitors, it\u2019s the district\u2019s largest employment and training event \u2014 offering free entry, no booking required, and a chance to explore real opportunities across a wide range of industries.<\/p>\n
Organised by Tendring District Council (TDC), in partnership with the Department for Work and Pensions, the event is part of Tendring4Growth Business Fortnight \u2014 a celebration of local enterprise running from 22 September to 2 October.<\/p>\n
Tendring Jobs and Skills Fair 2024. Image: TDC \/ Steve Brading<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s fair is packed with interactive experiences to help residents explore careers hands-on:<\/p>\n
\u2022\tColchester Institute offers a thrilling HGV simulator experience.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tRWE Offshore Wind brings VR headsets, PPE and turbine models to showcase life working offshore at Galloper Wind Farm.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tHome Instead invites attendees to step into the shoes of an older person living with dementia or arthritis using simulation equipment.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tRose Builders will be bringing two mock-up kitchen wall units for participants to disassemble and reassemble.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tUniversity of Essex will showcase specialist facilities through immersive VR headsets.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tCK2 Care demonstrates hand hygiene with a UV machine and offers basic life support training.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tLifehouse Spa provides relaxing hand and arm massages and nail demos.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tAthona Education hosts a fun Pictionary challenge to spark interest in education careers.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tML Property Venture features an interactive slideshow on property careers and CV reviews by local estate agents.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tPenguin Random House UK brings their spinning wheel to highlight roles at their Frating distribution centre.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tRAF Recruitment will be on hand to discuss over 60 roles and apprenticeships, with starting salaries from \u00a326,300.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tTDC\u2019s Open Spaces Team offers volunteering opportunities and a hands-on challenge with strimmer tools.<\/p>\n
\u2022\tSignpost Tendring will help attendees create or update their CVs.<\/p>\n
Employers attending include Essex and Suffolk Quality Care, Home Instead, CK2care, Athona, Penguin Random House UK, ML Property Venture, RAF Recruitment, the University of Essex, Colchester Institute, and many more.<\/p>\n
Ivan Henderson, TDC\u2019s Deputy Leader, and portfolio for Economic Growth, Regeneration and Tourism, said: \u201cThe Tendring Jobs and Skills Fair is all about opening doors \u2014 whether you’re looking for your first job, a fresh start, or a chance to develop new skills.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat makes this event truly special is its interactive approach. You can try your hand at real tasks, explore equipment, and get a feel for different roles before you apply.<\/p>\n
\u201cCreating opportunities and raising aspirations for our residents runs through everything we do at Tendring District Council – and this event is a shining example of that commitment.\u201d<\/p>\n