The SWC Welding Academy is now live for applications from Monday 13 April 2026.  Closing date for applications is noon on Friday 08 May 2026.

For further information and to apply, please visit: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/welding-academy

Causeway Coast and Glens Regional Job Fair, Thursday 14 May 2026

Coleraine Leisure Centre, Coleraine

The above event is scheduled to run from 4pm - 6.30pm.

There will be a Quiet Time 3.30pm - 4pm. This is a dedicated time for jobseekers who have sensory or communication needs or disabilities who wish to attend the event with noise reduction and reduced crowds.  Attendees can approach event staff to request extra support to speak to exhibitors.

More than 30 employers will take part and be on hand to answer questions and discuss employment opportunities.

There will be jobs available in Health & Social Care, Hospitality, Cleaning, Public Sector, Manufacturing and many more. 

Everyone is welcome and admission is free.

Below are some of the Employers who will be exhibiting at the event:

Advanced Care NI - Health Care / Social Care

Andras Hotels - Hospitality

Bluebird Care - Health Care / Social Care

British Army - Armed Forces

Curran Gate - Hospitality

Ewin Agri-Care Ltd - Agricultural

First Choice Selection Services - Recruitment

Healthcare Ireland - Health Care / Social Care

Housing Executive - Public Sector

Kerr’s Tyres & Auto - Automotive

KFC - Hospitality

Maine Group - Engineering

McDonald's Coleraine - Hospitality

MPA Recruitment - Care / Carers

Nu-Gen Healthcare - Care / Carers

NWCare - Health Care / Social Care

OCS Group - Cleaning

Optimum Care Group - Health Care / Social Care

Positive Futures - Charity / Social Care

Ramore Restaurant - Hospitality

Riada Resourcing - Recruitment

Royal Air Force - HM Forces

Triex Limited - Energy

WD Meats - Manufacturing

For more information, please contact: dfcemployerservices@communities-ni.gov.uk.

Are you aged 16 – 65 and currently unemployed?

Are you finding it difficult to get a job due to lack of experience? Do you want to change career but are not sure what job role may be right for you?

The Work Experience Programme offers short 2- and 8-week work experience placements with employers across Northern Ireland. There is also the Opportunity Guarantee strand for people aged 16-24, offering longer placement of 13 weeks and the guarantee of an interview for a job or apprenticeship.

The Benefits of WEP

By taking part in a WEP opportunity you will:

·Learn more about specific industries and job roles.

·Try out various tasks in a real work situation.

·Improve your confidence and motivation.

WEP is completely voluntary, and participants will receive a £10/day top-up as well as certain travel and childcare costs. Those in receipt of benefit will retain entitlement to benefits while participating. Those who are not in receipt of benefit are also welcome to participate.

How to Get Involved

If you are in receipt of benefit, you should discuss the Work Experience Programme with your Work Coach. If you are not in receipt of benefit, please contact WorkExperience@communities-ni.gov.uk for further information.

All current WEP vacancies can be found at JobApplyNI