Boston's Job Fair 2026 is a big success
The 2026 Boston Jobcentre Job Fair took place on Wednesday 8 April at the newly opened Mayflower Campus at Boston College, attracting strong attendance and excellent feedback from visitors and exhibitors alike. Delivered in partnership with Boston College and NACRO Education, the event brought together 27 organisations, including employers, training providers and local community support services.
More than 250 attendees visited the fair during the four hour event. Throughout the day jobseekers, submitted applications, registered for training opportunities, and engaged with a wide range of support services.
A broad selection of vacancies was promoted by employers including Ambitions Personnel, Workforce Unlimited, Coastfields Leisure, Penderel’s Trust, Framework, and Walnut Care. Representatives from the Army Reserves (167 Regiment, Grantham) and the NHS Talent Academy were also present to highlight career pathways within the armed forces and healthcare sectors.
The National Careers Service also signed up 15 individuals seeking employment guidance, careers advice and CV support.
Kickstart, the Norfolk-based moped hire charity, attended to showcase the transport support options available to help jobseekers overcome rural travel barriers.
Pictured are Sherrin and Jessica from Citizens Advice Mid Lincs, who were at the event to promote the support available from the organisation and to advertise volunteering positions. They promoted the Baby Bliss Baby Bank, which provides valuable help to support families with Children aged 0-3 providing essential items such as nappies, baby toiletries, clothes, prams, buggies, highchairs, Moses baskets, and toys.
The feedback from stall holders was very positive.
The Butterfly Hospice Trust praised the event, stating: “We found the event to be very well organised and worthwhile. It was a great opportunity for us to connect with potential volunteers, and we had some really positive conversations on the day.”
Jessie Nicola Recruitment Consultant for Workforce Unlimited said: ‘It was great to attend the job fair at Boston College on Wednesday. The turnout was fantastic, and we had the chance to meet so many new potential candidates to discuss the exciting opportunities we currently have available… We enjoyed speaking with jobseekers and other local businesses, all of whom were friendly and genuinely interested in connecting. Events like this are such a valuable way to build relationships within the local community and support people in finding the right opportunities’.
Stuart Roberts, Employer Advisor at Boston Jobcentre, added: “We are delighted with the success of this year’s Job Fair. Bringing together employers, partners and organisations to support people into employment or other opportunities. We look forward to continuing to support employers with their recruiting throughout the year, with our comprehensive and bespoke recruitment service, including vacancy promotion, CV and application sifting, and access to interview facilities. Whether employers are looking to recruit a single employee or a larger workforce, the Jobcentre team is on hand to help.
Stuart Roberts further commented: “Recruitment support is only one part of what we offer. We are also keen to work with employers and organisations across Boston to create opportunities for our customers through work experience placements, work trials, and employer‑led sessions where professionals can share practical advice and insights on job applications and interviews with our customers. These partnerships play a vital role in helping local people develop confidence, skills, and clear pathways into work.”