THE first-ever Cannock Chase jobs fair will be held later this month, it has been announced.
More than 100 local businesses, organisations and charities have been invited and encouraged to advertise vacancies.
The event , being organised by Aiden Burley MP, follows a similar fair in Stafford's Leisure Centre staged by Jeremy Lefroy MP.
It comes just weeks after online giant Amazon announced it would be creating nearly 1,000 jobs with a new distribution centre in Rugeley.
However, figures for August show 4.1 per cent of people in Cannock Chase are currently claiming jobseekers allowance - compared to a national average of 3.7 per cent.
Mr Burley said: “As the local MP, many employers tell me they are looking to take on new people, either right now or in the near future, but that they do not know how best to meet those in search of a job.
“Yet at the same time many local people who are out of work tell me how desperate they are to get a job, to get back into the workplace, but that they do not know which employers are looking to recruit.
“That’s why I am organising this jobs fair – it is my attempt to put those two needs together, by getting employers and potential employees in the same room so that they can meet each other, network and discuss what opportunities may be available.”
Employers will be able to book a table to display literature, leaflets, business cards and banners. There will also be seminars throughout the day, including CV writing and interview technique workshops for jobseekers.
Aidan added: “I want companies to come along and back the jobs fair. I want local people to spread the word – tell your neighbour, friend or family. This will be a fantastic opportunity to network with employers, learn about roles and opportunities with companies looking to recruit and even get some useful CV tips. I urge businesses to get behind the fayre and support their local community.”
Organisations who want to reserve a place at the fair, which takes place on September 23 at South Staffordshire College, should contact Claire Wixon on 01543 502 447 or e-mail claire.wixon@parliament.uk
