Candidate Picture Testimonials

"I am currently looking for a change of career. I thought I’d pop down and have a look and have found a few opportunities that would be good for me. It has helped me identify how my skills are transferable."

"Very useful event, with a variety of jobs on offer. Everyone was very engaging and friendly. Would come again."

"Job Fairs are a great place to speak to employers directly. Candidates have a chance to speak to HR managers face-to-face and have a greater chance of getting an interview."

"I wasn’t sure what to expect today but I have been really surprised by the variety and diversity of jobs on offer here today. This has been so helpful for me and there is a couple of roles that I am really interested in."

"I have had a really successful day today. I have gained contact details from an employer that would like to discuss their opportunities with me further. I will email today and arrange a follow up meeting with them!"

"I have been in the area today visiting and attended the jobs fair. I’m really pleased I have attended today as I have found a course that I can sign up to that will help me progress within my career!"

"I have been unemployed for some time now and would like to learn some new skills. I signed up to a course today to learn some new skills and I am looking forward to starting today."

"It's my first time attending a Jobs Fair, having been in employment for 25 years. Recently, I decided to change my career, and I really enjoyed talking with so many businesses. I spent 2 hours walking and talking with each company. I gathered lots of information and I'm now going home to do more research on companies I liked and will be emailing them. Thank you for hosting these events for people like me!"

"I’ve been round and spoken to every company, a couple opportunities tie in with what I’m looking for, I’m happy I came to have a look."

"I’ve attended the Newcastle Jobs Fair today, it’s been really good for me as I’m not sure what I want to do. I came in at the start at 10 and am only just leaving at 11:30. I’ve found a lot of different roles to apply for and would definitely recommend attending if you’re looking for work!"