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Events and Job and Skills Fairs
Welcome to the Blaby District Council Employment Events page. Here, you'll find information about various initiatives and programs designed to support residents in their job search and career development.
Our events include workshops, job fairs, and one-on-one sessions with employment advisers, all aimed at helping you enhance your skills and connect with potential employers.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for new opportunities, our events provide valuable resources and support to help you succeed.
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events and join us to take the next step in your professional journey.
You can email enterprisingblaby@blaby.gov.uk if you'd like more information about events such as the Job and Skills Fair and Employment Club.
The Employment Club offers a range of services, including assistance with CV writing, interview preparation, and job searching strategies, attendees can also benefit from one-on-one sessions with employment advisers.
The sessions are open to all Blaby District residents, providing a welcoming space to gain valuable skills and connect with local opportunities. Whether you're looking for your first job or seeking new opportunities, the Employment Club is here to help you achieve your career goals, and being delivered in conjunction with the National Careers Service.
Confirmed dates and times are the following:
- Thursday 24 July - 10.30am - 12pm
- Thursday 21 August 10.30am - 12pm
- Thursday 18 September 10.30am - 12pm
If you want more information or interested in booking then please email enterprisingblaby@blaby.gov.uk or call Lewis on 07880 393338
In 2025 we have one remaining Job and Skills Fair:
- Wednesday 24 September
All of the job fairs are hosted at the Council offices in Narborough between the hours of 2pm - 4:30pm. We also have a break-out room for those who may need a quieter space during the Job and Skills Fair. You can sign up using the registration form.
How to find us
- If you're travelling by train, Cross Country trains run direct to Narborough Station, followed by a short walk to the council offices.
- By bus, the Arrive X84 from Leicester City Centre to Desford Road, or the Arriva 50 route runs approximately every 20 minutes from Leicester to Cutters Close, Narborough and then both buses just a short walk to the Blaby District Council offices.
- If you are coming by car, we have free visitor parking available at the offices. If you use Weaver Street car park you will need to pay and display a ticket.
Please use the button below to register for the Job and Skills Fair:
- King's Trust
- Voluntary Action Leicester
- Access to Work
- Futures 4 You
- Enrych
- Leicester College
- B2W Group
- Skills Bootcamps
- North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
- Early Careers
- Unitemps
- Arriva
- Translink Express
- Data Image Group
- Valary Hotels
- Civil Service
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue
- Fosse Park
- Everyone Active
- Home Instead