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Apprenticeships and post-16 pathways such as BTEC and T Levels will be on display at the show later this month for young people to learn about local opportunities. 

With over 40 employers and training providers signed up for the show, this event enables young people to learn about alternative routes after GCSE’s. They can speak to exhibitors and current apprentices who will be able to share their first-hand experience. The first hour is a quiet hour for young people with additional needs to find out more about Inclusive programmes such as Supported Internships.

Visitors will have the chance to speak to employers and training providers from hospitality, manufacturing, construction, engineering and public sectors. Exhibitors include JLR, National Gas, Severn Trent, the NEC Group, Everyone Active, Solihull College & University Centre, Reflections Training Academy, Creative Alliance and Solihull Council. It will take place at the North Solihull Sports Centre on Wednesday 28 January 2026 from 2:30pm to 7:00pm. 

 Councillor Heather Delaney, Portfolio Holder for Economy, Business & Skills, said: “The Solihull Apprenticeship and Pathways Show has always been well attended. We are excited for new exhibitors joining us this time such as National Gas and British Academy of Jewellery. We are always working to expand our network and reach so that visitors can learn about opportunities from more industries. Speaking directly with employers and current apprentices is the best way for young people to find out if a training programme or apprenticeship is for them.

“At the beginning of the year, it’s usually the time that young people start to think about what they’ll do after GCSE’s. It can be daunting for some, so we hope that an event like this would give young people the chance to get all the information they need to explore all the post-16 pathways available locally. Ultimately, it will help them take the best next steps. I’d encourage all young people, especially those in Year 10-13, to sign up for the show.”

Organised by Solihull Careers Hub which is part of the Council’s Employment and Skills Team, the Solihull Apprenticeship and Pathways Show is free to attend and it is advised to book in advance. Free parking is available on site. For more information or sign up, please visit this webpage. 

Editor notes: 

• The Solihull Apprenticeship and Pathways Show is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, West Midlands Combined Authority, The Careers and Enterprise Company and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.
• Solihull Careers Hub is funded by The Careers and Enterprise Company and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council.