Young people to plot next steps at Orkney Careers Fair

Employment, training and educational pathways for young Orcadians are taking centre stage today at the Orkney Careers Fair.

Over 60 exhibitors, including employers, universities, training providers and employability support services, are in attendance at the free event, at the arena at The Pickaquoy Centre.

They will be on hand to discuss career opportunities, vocational and academic pathways and the support that individuals can access to help them take the next step on their career journey.

The fair opened at 9.30am and runs until 6pm, and is open to school pupils, parents and guardians, teachers and the general public.

The event is being run by Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Orkney and Skills Development Scotland (SDS).

Rachel Scarth, from DYW Orkney said: “We are delighted to welcome so many exhibitors to the Orkney Careers Fair and this event will be an excellent opportunity for people to learn more about the options available to them. Local secondary and junior high schools will be taking pupils along to the event, but we would also like parents and guardians to come along to learn more about the opportunities and support that is available for their child.”

Kerri Liddle, from SDS added: “This event is a great chance for anyone who is looking for more information about the employment, training or education opportunities that are open to them. Whether you are starting out on your career journey, looking to return to work following a career break or considering a change of career, we would encourage you to come along to the careers fair and speak to our exhibitors.”

Careers Advisers from SDS will also be at the event to give impartial, one-to-one advice on options and opportunities including employment, training, apprenticeships and volunteering.