Details announced for top careers event – Derbyshire Skills Festival
The county’s largest careers event – the Derbyshire Skills Festival – will this year take place at Chesterfield College on Tuesday 29th September.
Organised with Derby City Council, the event is aimed at students aged 15 to 19, including those in Year 11 who are considering their options after school. Visitors to the event will be able to talk to employers, training providers and voluntary organisations, as well as having an opportunity to take part in have-a-go sessions to test their skills and give them an idea what different careers might be like.
Councillor Damien Greenhalgh, Derbyshire County Council’s Deputy Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, said:
“Last year, more than 11,000 people came along to the festival. Because all young people now need to stay in education or training until they’re 18, it’s really important for them to find out what options are out there.”
The event will open from 3.30pm to 8pm on the day. There will also be sessions for young people with special educational needs and disabilities and young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) will also be invited.
Organisations interested in having a stand at one or more of the venues should contact Derbyshire County Council for more details on 01629 536545 or email skillsfestival@derbyshire.gov.uk
