Adult Education Wolverhampton is excited to take part in National Careers Week 2026, from Monday 2 March to Saturday 7 March 2026, with dedicated activities for our students throughout 2 - 6 March. It is your chance to take part in a range of activities to explore different careers.
AEW Careers Week 2026 - Timetable of Events:
GUEST SPEAKERS IN CLASS
We have guest speakers in the following classes, but all students are invited to attend even if it isn’t your class:
| Monday 2 March | Access 2 Business | Self-employment | Old Hall Street, Room 24 | 12.00pm |
| Tuesday 3 March | WorkBox | Employability | Old Hall Street, Room 19 | 11.30am |
| Tuesday 3 March | Yorkshire Building Society | Interview Skills | Foyer Building, Room 19 | 1.00pm |
| Wednesday 4 March | SUIT | Working within addiction services | Old Hall Street, Room 27 | 11.15am |
| Wednesday 4 March | Wildside Centre | Volunteering and Working with Mental Health | Old Hall Street, Room 24 | 1.30pm |
| Thursday 5 March | Wolverhampton Art Gallery | Volunteering | The Maltings | 11.00am |
| Thursday 5 March | Smile Education | Employment opportunities in education | Low Hill Library | 11.00am |
| Friday 6 March | Kajal Dhillon | Previous AEW students to share her experiences of education, volunteering and employment |
Foyer Building, Room 13 Old Hall Street, Room 31 |
10.00am |
(programme subject to change, check back for times and venues closer to the event)
INFORMATION STANDS IN THE FOYER BUILDING (RECEPTION AREA)
There will be a wide range of stands in the Foyer area all week with staff, volunteers and visitors on hand to provide further information and answer any questions students may have.
- LifePilot - Online Careers Platform
- AEW Volunteers - Volunteer opportunities at Adult Education Wolverhampton
- Current Job Vacancies in and around Wolverhampton
- Volunteering opportunities in and around Wolverhampton
- Access 2 Business (self-employment)
- Job Change - Employability skills, training opportunities and courses
- Workbox - Support with employability skills and job opportunities
- Yorkshire Building Society
- SUIT - Support for Addiction
- Wolverhampton Art Gallery - Volunteering
- Wildside Centre - Volunteering and supporting mental health
- Smile Education - Job opportunities in education
SPOTLIGHT ON...
In the Student Gateway there will be Spotlight lunchtime information sessions/ Q&A sessions from Monday to Friday covering the following topics. Please encourage your students to attend, refreshments will be available.
| Monday | Job Change | Creating and updating your CV | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
| Tuesday | LifePilot | Get the most from an online career platform | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
| Wednesday | Job Search | How to make the most of your job search | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
| Thursday | Volunteering | How volunteering can help to develop your skills | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
| Friday | ESOL | Q & A session - Previous student Kajal Dhillon shares her experience of education, volunteering and employment | 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
ONLINE EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
A wide range of online webinars and events are available from the National Careers Service and NHS, they can be accessed remotely or onsite in Student Services each day, listed below:
| Tuesday | CT Skills Online Careers Fair | Practical next steps into work, training, and apprenticeships | 9.30am |
| National Careers Service | 50+ Navigating your career | 10.00am | |
| National Careers Service | Building a CV in the 21st Century | 1.15pm | |
| Wednesday | National Careers Service | Cover Letters | 10.00am |
| Thursday | National Careers Service | Interview Skills | 10.00am |
| NHS | Careers Webinar | 9.00am - 3.00pm | |
| Friday | National Careers Service | Building your confidence and motivation | 10.00am onwards |
National Careers Week is a UK-wide celebration of careers guidance, designed to support people of all ages - including adults who are retraining, returning to work, or looking to take their next step. It’s a chance to explore new possibilities, build confidence, and make informed decisions about your future.
A Week Focused on ‘Your Future’
The theme for National Careers Week 2026 is “Own Your Future” - a message that strongly reflects the journeys of adult students. Careers are no longer linear, and many adults change direction several times throughout their working lives. Whether you are thinking about a new career, progressing in your current role, or developing new skills, this week is about giving you the tools and inspiration to move forward with confidence.
What Adult Students Can Expect
Throughout Careers Week, adult students as well as access to a wide range of activities, there will be a large number of free resources available designed to fit around learning, work, and family commitments. These include:
- Access to the National Careers Week Virtual Careers Fair, available daily during the week, allowing you to explore different industries at your own pace
- Up-to-date information on career pathways, qualifications, and progression routes, including non-traditional and flexible options
- Practical guidance to help you understand how your existing skills and life experience can transfer into new roles
All resources remain available all year round, so you can revisit them whenever it suits you.
Exploring Growing Career Sectors
National Careers Week 2026 places a strong focus on sectors offering real opportunities for adult students, including:
- Health and social care
- Technology and digital careers
- Media and creative industries
- Green careers and sustainability
Through partnerships with organisations such as Amazing Apprenticeships, Skills Builder, and BBC Bitesize Careers, students can explore over 350 real job case studies, helping you see what different roles involve and how others have successfully changed or progressed in their careers.
Proven Support You Can Trust
National Careers Week has a strong track record of supporting students across the UK. Its Virtual Careers Fairs in recent years have reached over 1 million people, providing inspiration, practical advice, and direct engagement with employers and training providers.
Take the Next Step
Careers Week is an opportunity to pause, reflect, and plan your next move - whatever stage you’re at. Adult Education Wolverhampton encourages all students to get involved, explore the resources available, and take steps towards a future that works for you.
For more information and careers support, visit the National Careers Week website or speak to a member of the Adult Education Wolverhampton Student Services team for guidance and support.
