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Antrim and Newtownabbey Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair

Your next opportunity could be waiting for you

Thursday 22 October 2026 | 11am–2pm
Valley Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey

Admission is free – everyone welcome!

Looking for a new job, considering a career change or interested in an apprenticeship? Come along to the Antrim and Newtownabbey Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair and meet employers who are actively recruiting across a range of sectors.

The fair is a great opportunity to:

Explore current job and apprenticeship opportunities
Meet and chat directly with local employers
Find out about training and employability support
Get practical advice to help improve your employment prospects
Connect with organisations that can support you on your journey into employment

Interview rooms will be available on the day, so you may wish to bring copies of your CV.

More Information

Accessibility
Quiet period before 10:30-11am.

An ISL and BSL interpreter will be available from 10:30am – 12:30pm
If you require any other interpreters, get in touch at E. skills@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Valley Leisure Centre also offers:
- 9 Blue Badge parking bays near the main entrance
- Step-free access
- Lift access
- Accessible toilets
- Accessible seating and wheelchair manoeuvring space
- Assistance dogs are welcome
- Sensory Room is available at the Valley Leisure Centre
Getting there and parking

Free on-site parking is available at Valley Leisure Centre.
Food and drink

The Valley Café is located within the Leisure Centre and accepts card payments. Food and non-alcoholic drinks may also be brought into the venue.
Find out more

For more information about the Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair, visit www.JobApplyNI.com or E. dfcemployerservices@communities-ni.gov.uk.

Employers – Register Your Interest

Are you recruiting?

Employers are invited to register their interest in exhibiting at the Antrim and Newtownabbey Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair.

Thursday 22 October 2026 | 10.30am–2pm
Valley Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey

If you will be recruiting on or around this date, register your interest in exhibiting at this free event by 21 October 2026.

For more information, E. dfcemployerservices@communities-ni.gov.uk.