National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Northwest

Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool

The National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Northwest in Liverpool is the leading careers, skills, and apprenticeship event for students in Year 10 and above, sixth form and college learners, young adults, jobseekers, teachers, parents, and guardians across the Northwest Region.

This popular event highlights apprenticeships at all levels alongside university, college, and training pathways, connecting visitors with top employers and education providers offering real opportunities across the region.

About the Event

Hosted at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, this major regional skills and careers event welcomes visitors and exhibitors from across:

• Liverpool
• Merseyside
• Lancashire
• Cumbria
• Blackburn
• Preston
• Halton
• Wrexham
• Warrington
• Chester
• Blackpool

If you’re exploring career routes, training opportunities, or education pathways, the Skills Show Northwest offers everything in one accessible, engaging, and informative setting.

Who Should Attend?

Students (Aged 15+)

If you’re preparing for life after school, sixth form, or college, this event helps you explore:

• Apprenticeships from intermediate to degree level
• T‑Levels and how they compare to A‑Levels and apprenticeships
• How apprenticeships work with training providers
• University and college options
• Careers across the Northwest’s key industries
• What regional colleges and training organisations can offer
• Guidance on choosing your next step

You’ll meet employers, universities, and colleges face to face for real insights into your future.

Teachers & Careers Leaders

This event provides high‑quality careers engagement and supports your students’ future planning.

Your students will:

• Meet top UK employers and training providers in person
• Learn about apprenticeship programmes and pathways into work
• Receive up‑to‑date careers and labour‑market advice
• Engage with universities, colleges, and skills organisations
• Explore future study options, job roles, and industry sectors
• Discover work experience and career development opportunities

The event supports Gatsby Benchmarks and enhances your school or college careers programme.

Parents & Guardians

If your child is aged 15+ and thinking about what comes next, this event helps you understand:

• Apprenticeship routes
• University and higher education options
• Sixth form, college, and training pathways
• What employers are looking for
• How to support your child’s next steps

Speak directly with organisations offering trusted guidance and real opportunities.

General Visitors & Jobseekers

If you’re looking for a new job, retraining opportunity, or a change in career direction, you can access:

• 40+ regional and national employers
• Live job vacancies
• Training and upskilling opportunities
• Careers guidance from leading providers
• Workforce development and adult learning pathways

A great place to connect with employers actively recruiting across the Northwest.

Why Attend?

All visitors attend the event FREE, with access to:

• Employer talks and live presentations
• Hands‑on activities and have‑a‑go experiences
• Virtual reality demonstrations and interactive engagement
• Competitions and skills showcases
• Expert advice from early careers teams, educators, and skills specialists
• High‑quality, face‑to‑face conversations in a dynamic setting

Whether you’re exploring your next move or ready to take action, you’ll find valuable guidance and opportunities.

Exhibit With Us

Are you an employer, university, college, or training provider?
Showcase your opportunities to thousands of motivated visitors across the Northwest.

Contact the Events Team:
Email: exhibit@nationalapprenticeshipevents.co.uk
Phone: 0800 023 5407