The Early Learning and Childcare Academy will be live for applications from Monday 23 March 2026.  Closing date for applications is noon on Friday 17 April 2026.

For more information and to apply please follow this link - https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/early-learning-and-childcare-academy

Fermanagh Cross Border Job Fair on Thursday 23 April 2026 at South west College Erne Campus, Enniskillen. 

The above event is scheduled to run from 11am to 2.00pm.

There will be a Quiet Time 10.30am to 11am. 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 25 employers will take part and be on hand to answer questions and discuss employment and apprenticeship opportunities. 

There will be jobs available in Health & Social Care, Administration, Manufacturing, Charity, Cleaning, Childcare, Recruitment and many more.  

Everyone is welcome and admission is free. 

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

Company Name - Sector

Advanced Care - Care/Carers

AG Paving and Building Products - Manufacturing

Ashdale Care Ireland - Health Care/Social Care

Crust and Crumb Bakery Ltd - Manufacturing

Encirc - Manufacturing

Greentown Co - Arboricultural

Healthcare Ireland Group/Kathryn Homes - Health Care/Social Care

John Courtney Tree Surgery Ltd - Arboriculture -Tree Surgery

Krafty Kidz Community Childcare - Childcare/Social Care

Mannok - Manufacturing

MPA Recruitment - Administration

OCS Group Limited - Cleaning

Positive Futures - Charity/Social Care

Rutledge Recruitment - Health Care/Social Care

Saica Flex UK Ltd. - Manufacturing

Staffline -  Recruitment

Western Health & Social Care Trust Adult Learning Disability Day Care Service - Health Care/Social Care

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

The Welding Academy is now live for applications from Thursday 9 April 2026. Closing date for applications is noon on Monday 27 April 2026.

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

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