Each session provided sector specific information with current job vacancies. Panellists included representatives from companies, training providers, recruitment agencies and case studies with live Q&A via chat.
Welcome - 9.30am
Speakers
Caroline Kerr, Leader of the Council, Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames
Peter Mayhew Smith, CEO, South Thames Colleges Group
Keynote: Mike Smith, Business Entrepreneur
Health and Social Care - 10am and 1pm
Health & social care sector will see the biggest increase in jobs, with an additional 9,200 jobs in South West London by 2030. The session will outline what the sector has to offer from employers, trainers and recruitment agencies perspectives.
Info
Employer: Kingston Hospital
Training Provider: Kingston Adult Education / Kingston College
Recruitment Agency: Skills for Care / Kingston Hospital (South West London Recruitment Hub) / Kingston Workmatch
Case Study: TBC
Host: Kate Garett, Kingston Adult Education
Speakers
- Kate Garett, Kingston Adult Education
- Laura Anthony, Skills For Care
- Ann Kelly and Sarah Hemmings, Kingston Hospital
Panel for Q&A
All presenters plus:
- Julie Hooson, Kingston College
- Andrew Harland, Kingston Workmatch
Working in Education - 10am and 1pm
Looking for work in education or to retrain as a teacher? This session will take you through current vacancies and practical advice on training options.
Info
Employer: TBC
Training Provider: South Thames Colleges Group/Kingston University
Recruitment Agency: TimePlan Education Group
Case Study: TBC
Host: South Thames Colleges Group
Speakers
- Chan Barnaby (Senior Executive Consultant); Bharvi Patel (Regional Manager): Reed Recruitment
- Tim Powell: Head of Staff Recruitment for South Thames Colleges Group
- David McClymont: Head of Teacher Education Programmes (STCG)
- Laura Mills: Regional Manager for TimePlan Education
- Poppy Bowers: a Newly Qualified Teacher’s account of training for and working in secondary education
- Nadege Imankerdjo: a Teaching Assistant’s account of training for and working in primary education
Digital and Creative Industries - 10am and 1pm
Creative Industries sector has seen some dark times in the last year, but is re-emerging stronger than ever. Hear from creative and digital experts about job and training opportunities.
Info
Employer: Google, Udacity
Training Provider: Creative Industies Centre, Kingston College/RHACC
Recruitment Agency: TBC
Case Study: TBC
Host: TBC
Speakers
- Mike Tweedale, Kingston College
- Calvin Lau, Google
- Ayah Shashaa, Udacity for Government
- Manoj K. Nanda, RHACC
Construction and Green Technology and ICT - 10am and 1pm
Green jobs are expected to be a source of significant employment growth as investment in the low carbon economy increases. According to the Local Government Association, by 2030, more than 10,000 green jobs could be created in the South West London sub-region alone.
While the construction sector has been stable, ICT is expected to be the fastest growing sector, averaging 1.9% per year to 2030.
Info
Employer: St George Royal Exchange Kingston
Training Provider: JBT Training
Recruitment Agency: TBC
Host: Constructing South London and Wandsworth WorkMatch
Speakers
- John Llamas, Wandsworth WorkMatch
- Peter Walsh, Constructing South London
- Abbie Degnan, St George Royal Exchange Kingston
- Joe Brennan, JBT Training – Apprenticeship Training Agency
How To Set Up Your Own Business - 10am and 1pm
Have a business idea, but don’t know where to start? Setting up your own business can be an exciting new step in your career. Hear from the experts and real life entrepreneurs on how to take this step and avoid common mistakes.
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Employer: Carthy Communication LTD
Training Provider: RHACC
Recruitment Agency: Job Centre Plus (JCP)
Case Study: TBC
Host: Richmond & Hillcroft Adult & Community College
Speakers
- Deborah Ross, Business Tutor, RHACC
- Thuraya El Kozeh, Programme Manager for Business Studies, RHACC
- Fiona Carthy (Carthy Communications)
Post 16 Education: Academic and Vocational Qualifications - 10am and 1pm
The session is aimed at school leavers and adults who are exploring study options available at 6th Forms and Colleges.
Info
Employer: Achieving For Children
Training Provider: Kingston College
Case Study: A. Mustafa
Host: South Thames Colleges Group
Speakers
- Suna Marfé, South Thames Colleges Group
- Catherine Howett, Kingston College
- Aydin Mustafa, DixonBaxi
Adult Retraining - 10am and 1pm
Re-training courses available for adults in business, finance, accountancy and Health and Social Care. Information on Student Finance, Adult Learning Loans and Funding opportunities as well as information for learners who require additional learning support.
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Employer: Swan Partnership
Training Provider: KAE & RHACC
Recruitment Agency: Homeinstead, Work Match Kingston, JCP, Reed, Bluebird, JCP, Reed, Bluebird Care
Case Study: Niki Hewson
Host: Richmond and Hillcroft Adult & Community College (RHACC)
Speakers
- Porlyin Roden, Director of Richmond Business School
- Patrick Hobs (Finance) Chesnut Nursery - Alison Archibald Childcare
- Martin Randell, JCP
- Cassandra Kelly, Reed
- Bluebird Kelly
- Homeinstead
University Level Qualifications - 10am and 1pm
Looking to study at degree level or Access to Higher Education route? This session will outline routes available for those seeking to train for highly skilled careers.
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Employer: Kingston University
Training Provider: Kingston College, Kingston University
Recruitment Agency: TBC
Case Study: TBC
Host: Kingston University
Speakers
- Annie Yonkers, Kingston School of Art
- John Harris, Kingston College
Apprenticeships - 10am and 1pm
Interested in working and learning at the same time? Review of current Apprenticeship vacancies and what it takes to secure one.
Info
Employer: Instalcom
Training Provider: South Thames Colleges Group
Recruitment Agency: TBC
Case Study: Teah Bernard
Host: South Thames Colleges Group
Speakers
- Sharon Muncie, South Thames Colleges Group
- Kathryn Elliott, South Thames Colleges Group
- Teah Bernard, Engineering Apprentice, Instalcom
- Christine Bentley, Kingston College
Career Mapping/CV Writing/Application & Interview Skills - 10am and 1pm
Practical advice on employability skills for those searching for jobs or change in career.
Info
Training Provider: Kingston Adult Education
Recruitment Agency: Kingston Work Match
Host: Kingston Work Match (Sarah Pottinger)
Speakers
- Sarah Pottinger, Kingston Work Match
- Lesley Searle, Kingston Adult Education
Hospitality and Customer Service - 10am and 1pm
Food services are expected to achieve modest growth to 2030, whilst shedding 1,700 jobs over that period. However, there are still fantastic opportunities for people looking to enter, progress or train within the Catering, Hospitality and Customer Service sectors. Join us in exploring these opportunities and latest developments in this exciting industry.
Info
Employer: No 97 and The Good Life Gin Co
Training Provider: Merton Catering Academy
Recruitment Agency: Work Match Kingston
Case Study: TBC
Host: Merton Catering Academy
Speakers
- Steve Cannell, Merton Catering Academy, Merton College
- Daniel O’Sullivan, Kingston Work Match
- Sam Berry, Owner, No 97 and The Good Life Gin Co
Wellbeing and Resilience - 10am and 1pm
A 30 minute resilience and wellbeing session delivered by a Psychologist and followed by Q&A and advice on services available to support your wellbeing.
Info
Employer: TBC
Training Provider: Merton Catering Academy
Recruitment Agency: Work Match
Case Study: TBC
Host: Kingston Adult Education
Build your Personal Brand Online by Google Digital Garage - 11am
A tailored online presence can help attract new opportunities online, whether it’s a shot at a new role or new customers for your business.
If you’re considering how to present yourself or your small business online, join us to learn about branding and ways to build your online profile.
In this session you will learn:
- How to define your personal brand
- Steps to set up your brand presence
- Ways to increase your online visibility
Setting up your Online Shop by Google Digital Garage - 2pm
An online shop can help your business to remain successful in a dynamic market by connecting you to new and existing customers online.
During this session we will take you through the stages of setting up your online shop from conducting market research and defining your unique selling point as a business to creating your online store, defining your user journey, optimising your site and tracking your levels of engagement.
In this session you will learn:
- Top tips for preparing and researching your market
- How to set up your online shop
- Ways to optimise your online shop
