'A great opportunity to explore options': Free Belfast roadshows to connect jobseekers with new career opportunities
Employment Academies roadshows will connect people with training providers and pathways into sectors including construction, technology, social care and business services
People who are currently out of work or hoping to increase their working hours are being encouraged to attend a series of Employment Academies roadshows taking place across Belfast next week.
Delivered by Belfast City Council, the free drop-in events will give residents the opportunity to meet training providers, find out about upcoming Employment Academies and explore pathways into a range of growing sectors, including transport, beauty, construction, social care, childcare, technology and business services.
The council’s free Employment Academies are designed to help people who are out of work, or working fewer hours than they would like, gain new skills, build confidence and move closer to employment opportunities.
Last year, more than 900 people were supported through the scheme, preparing them to apply for and take on new roles through skills development, training and interview practice.
Visitors to next week’s roadshows can speak directly with training providers, learn more about available courses, explore potential career paths and apply for open academies on the day.
Sessions will take place at:
Tuesday, September 29, 10am-12pm – Girdwood Community Hub
Tuesday, September 29, 2pm-4pm – McDonald Centre, St Vincent Street (off Shore Road)
Wednesday, September 30, 10am-1pm – 2 Royal Avenue
Thursday, October 1, 10am-12pm – Andersonstown Leisure Centre
Thursday, October 1, 2pm-4pm – Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich
No registration is required.
Councillor Joe Duffy, chair of Belfast City Council’s City Growth and Regeneration Committee, said: “Our Employment Academies continue to make a real difference to people across Belfast, helping them gain the skills, confidence and experience needed to progress towards employment opportunities.
“Whether you’re currently unemployed, looking to return to work, considering a new career direction or hoping to increase your hours, these roadshow events are a great opportunity to explore the options available to you.
“Our academies work closely with employers and training providers across a wide range of sectors to create opportunities to suit a broad range of interests and career ambitions. I would encourage anyone interested in boosting their career prospects to come along, meet our team and find out what support is available to you.”