Jobseekers get boost at summit

Five hundred Ayrshire job hunters had their employment prospects boosted at the latest in a series of highly successful recruitment events held at Kilmarnock’s Grand Hall.

With 50 stalls from local employers and training agencies, potential candidates could choose from a huge range of opportunities, from care work to construction, and retail work to careers with the Fire Service, Army and Stagecoach.

Employers and training organisations involved said that the event was worthwhile and they would attend again.

Councillor Jim Roberts, Cabinet Member for Economy and Infrastructure, said: “It’s good to know that so many people have made the effort to come along and see what’s on offer.

“We run these events a couple of times a year and they’re becoming more successful every time.

“We know we’ve got talented people of all ages out there looking for jobs and we also know that there are employers who are willing to invest time and money in finding and training the best people to support their businesses – these events bring the two together – it’s a win win in terms of providing a skilled, happy workforce who can help us all build and strengthen our local economy.”

East Ayrshire Council’s Employability team works with many other agencies to provide jobs, training and apprenticeship opportunities for people of all ages and abilities.

For more information visit www. eastayrshireworks. co. uk or contact employability@ east- ayrshire. gov. uk or phone 01563503000