#TeamFalkirk Recruitment Fair

Employers from across the local area will be attending the #TeamFalkirk Recruitment Fair on Thursday 6^th October, seeking to fill various vacancies in health and social care.

Those interested in starting a new career are encouraged to attend to learn about the various routes available into the sector.

Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership is hosting the event to draw attention to the wide range of roles which are currently hiring across the Falkirk area.

Job opportunities on offer include those working in care homes, home care providers, day care support, reablement, mental health services, and social care.

In addition, a selection of employers covering hospitality and retail, including Costa Coffee, Beancross, and The Range, will also be in attendance.

Patricia Cassidy, Chief Officer, Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership, said: “Working in health and social care is incredibly rewarding, as you can see the difference you make to people’s lives every day.

“We want to show how accessible starting a career in care can be – so we have brought together the key players in Falkirk’s health and social care sector, who have a range of roles and entry routes available.

“I would encourage anyone considering a new career path to come along and talk to our colleagues on the day, you may even walk away with an interview or job offer.”

For many care roles, job seekers may not need qualifications or experience to get started – just a caring attitude and willingness to help others.

Some employers, including Falkirk Council, are offering to fund a qualification in health and social care (SVQ Level 2) as part of their job offer.

The skills and knowledge gained from such a qualification can help people gain entry to a range of professions including occupational therapy, social work, nursing, physiotherapy, and others.

Employers offering a range of opportunities on the day will include;

• Falkirk Council
• NHS Forth Valley
• Wheatley Care
• Hazelhead Homecare
• 1^st Home Care
• Ion Care & Support
• Rainbow Care Services
• HRM Home Care
• Mears Group
• Real Life Options
• Forth Valley Sensory Centre

The free-to-attend job #TeamFalkirk Recruitment Fair will take place at Falkirk Trinity Church on Thursday 6^th October between 10.30am and 2pm.