This was the first event of its type in three years, allowing young people, educators and industry to interact face-to-face.
The careers fair aimed to provide an opportunity for pupils and their parents/carers to engage with a wide selection of the region’s employers and Scottish universities and colleges. For the organisations who participated, it provided them with a chance to showcase their roles/courses.
Attendance was in the region of 500 pupils and parents/carers and the atmosphere was very positive. As well as learning about different industry sectors and companies, those who attended were able to discuss different pathways, including modern and graduate apprenticeships.
The pupils were provided with information on each participating organisation in advance, along with some sample questions to support their conversations with stand holders. Many of those who supported the event have since commented on how confident the pupils were in starting conversations.
“Just wanted to thank you for inviting us to participate in the Banchory Academy Careers Fair; I had a great evening meeting some very enthusiastic young adults who are clearly passionateabout their future and others looking for the right type of signposting to help them with their onward journey after school. All in all, a great evening!”
Small group discussions with industry experts helped to prepare S6 pupils for their next steps.
A series of hospitality-themed activities encouraged S2 pupils from St Machar Academy to consider careers in the industry.
A two-stage competition for S2 pupils throughout the region, designed to raise the profile of careers in the construction industry.
