National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Southwest

Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol

The National Apprenticeship & Education Event – Skills Show Southwest in Bristol is the leading regional event for students in Year 10 and above, sixth form and college learners, young adults, jobseekers, parents, guardians, teachers, and careers leaders across the Southwest and West Country.

Designed to showcase apprenticeships at all levels alongside university, college, and training pathways, this event connects thousands of visitors with top UK employers, universities, colleges, and training providers who offer real opportunities across the region.

About the Event

Hosted at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol, the Skills Show Southwest welcomes visitors and exhibitors from across the region, including:

• The West Country
• Herefordshire
• Gloucester
• Wiltshire
• Bristol
• Somerset

Whether you’re exploring apprenticeships, higher education, job opportunities, or training routes, this event provides inspiration, guidance, and direct conversations with leading organisations.

Who Should Attend?

Students (Aged 15+)

If you’re planning your next steps after school, sixth form, or college, this event helps you discover:

• Apprenticeships from intermediate to degree level
• How apprenticeships work with training providers
• T‑Levels and how they compare to A‑Levels and apprenticeships
• University options and higher education pathways
• Courses and opportunities at regional colleges
• Skills, careers, and roles across Southwest industries
• Guidance to help you choose the right future pathway

Meet employers and educators face to face to gain valuable insights into your future.

Teachers & Careers Leaders

This event provides meaningful careers engagement for school and college groups.

Your students will:

• Meet employers from across the Southwest
• Learn about apprenticeship access and career pathways
• Receive up‑to‑date careers and labour‑market advice
• Engage with universities, colleges, and training providers
• Explore study options, job roles, and industry sectors
• Discover work experience and future career opportunities

Supports Gatsby Benchmarks and enhances career development programmes for Year 10+.

Parents & Guardians

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

• Apprenticeship opportunities across the region
• University choices and higher education routes
• Training programmes and skills pathways
• Differences between post‑16 and post‑18 options
• What employers are looking for
• How to support your child’s career decisions

Talk directly to industry experts, educators, and careers teams.

General Visitors & Jobseekers

If you’re looking for new opportunities, retraining, or returning to work, you’ll find:

• 40+ regional and national employers
• Job vacancies and recruitment opportunities
• Adult learning and upskilling programmes
• Training routes across key Southwest industries
• Advice from careers specialists and training providers

A great opportunity to connect with organisations hiring now.

Why Attend?

All visitors attend the Skills Show Southwest FREE, with access to:

• Employer presentations and live talks
• Interactive displays and hands‑on activities
• Virtual reality experiences
• Competitions and skills taster sessions
• Face‑to‑face conversations with leading employers and education providers
• Practical guidance on career options, apprenticeships, and study routes

Whether you’re exploring possibilities or ready to take your next step, this event offers everything you need in one inspiring location.

Exhibit With Us

If you’re an employer, university, college, or training provider looking to engage with thousands of motivated visitors from across the Southwest, exhibiting at the Skills Show Southwest is an excellent opportunity.

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