Opportunity Sheffield

21/10/2026

The next Opportunity Sheffield Jobs Fair is on Tuesday 10 November, from 9am to 12pm at Concord Sports Centre, S5 6AE.

Whether you are looking for work or training, there'll be stallholders from a range of sectors to speak to including:

VivaMK Network Ltd
The WEA: Adult Learning Within Reach
Everyone Active
Sheffcare
Utility Warehouse
South Yorkshire Police
FACES Sheffield City Council's Family Adult Community Education Service

The Opportunity Sheffield team will also be on hand to advise you on your next steps.

No need to book – just come any time between 9am and 12pm.

14/10/2026

Are you a professional with strong office, admin and IT skills, looking for a flexible way to make a meaningful difference?

Voluntary Action Sheffield (VAS) is seeking Volunteer Mentors to support its Volunteer to Career pathway, funded by Pathways to Work.

As a Mentor, you’ll play a key role in guiding a team of volunteers as they develop practical office administration skills. You’ll help create a supportive, inclusive environment where individuals can learn at their own pace and progress towards fulfilling employment.

If you can volunteer 3-4 hours a week, find out more and apply here:

07/10/2026

Are you aged 16-24 and need help getting into work?

Register for our next Youth Employment and Skills (YES) course, starting on Tuesday 13 October!

YES prepares young people for work, through career advice, employability skills, application support and more.

Find out more and how to apply on our Pathways to Work website:
https://pathways-to-work.campaign.sheffield.gov.uk/events/opportunity-sheffield-youth-employment-and-skills

30/09/2026

Nick had been out of work for two years when he contacted our Connect to Work team for employment support.

His Job Coach helped him see beyond his learning difficulty and at the skills and qualities he had to offer employers. Nick is now about to start a new job with the NHS.

To find out more about Nick’s journey into employment, visit the Pathways to Work website: https://pathways-to-work.campaign.sheffield.gov.uk/case-study-nicks-story

23/09/2026

Our next Opportunity Sheffield Jobs Fair is tomorrow - Thursday 24 September!

No need to book, just come to Zest at 18 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, S6 3NA between 10am and 1pm.

It's a great opportunity to speak with employers and training providers from a wide range of sectors including care, construction, administration and many more.

Our Op Sheff team will also be in attendance to advise you on your next steps! Find out more on our events page:

The next Opportunity Sheffield Jobs Fair is taking place on Thursday 24 September 2026, from 10am to 1pm at Zest, 18 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, S6 3NA.

21/09/2026

David approached Opportunity Sheffield when he was struggling to get marketing work. Our team provided employment support to David, as well as liaising with local employer Football Unites-Racism Divides- FURD.

Thanks to support from our Business Development Officer and the South Yorkshire Wage Subsidy Scheme, FURD were able to create a role for David, which led to a longer-term contract.

Watch the video to find out more about his story:

David approached Opportunity Sheffield when he was struggling to fi...

07/09/2026

Our next construction course starts on Monday 28 September!

The course will prepare learners to work in the construction sector and includes:

• Health and Safety Level 1 and CSCS Green card
• industry knowledge: understanding of trends and practices
• support to develop a sector-specific CV, employment guidance and advice to meet your career goals.

Come to the information and registration session on Monday 21 September. To find out more and sign up, visit the Pathways to Work website: https://pathways-to-work.campaign.sheffield.gov.uk/events/opportunity-sheffield-construction

26/08/2026

When Sophie had a stroke in 2025, she had to leave her full-time role at a school, as well as her part-time job in retail.

Down2U coaches helped with both Sophie’s physical rehabilitation and her journey back into work.

Watch the full story here: https://youtu.be/iTFbk87xV4s

Down2u Physiotherapy is one of many employment support programmes we commission as part of Sheffield’s Pathways to Work.

More information can be found on our Pathways to Work website: https://pathways-to-work.campaign.sheffield.gov.uk/

When Sophie had a stroke in 2025, she had to leave her job. Down2U'...

24/08/2026

The next Opportunity Sheffield Jobs Fair is on Thursday 24 September, 10am to 1pm at Zest, 18 Upperthorpe, Sheffield, S6 3NA.

Speak with employers and training providers about their vacancies and get advice from our team! This month's exhibitors include:

Construction Skills People - The largest provider of training to the UK’s construction sector.

Bluebird Care Sheffield - Care services designed with wellbeing in mind, including home and live-in care.

Sheffcare - Residential care, day services, respite care or support for someone with dementia.

Sheffield City Council (HR) - Manages internal personnel, recruitment and employee benefits.

GMI Construction Group - National award winning UK Contractor providing specialist design and build capabilities.

Wates Group - One of the largest family-owned construction, development and property services companies in the UK.

Mountmove CIC - empowering disadvantaged young adults, equipping them with the skills they need to thrive.

The Suit Works - Free service to help unemployed men and women succeed at interview by giving them a styling session.

No need to register – just come along between 10am and 1pm.

19/08/2026

Good luck to all Sheffield students receiving their GCSE results tomorrow!

Not sure what to do next? Our Op Sheff team can help.

We can provide advice and signpost people aged 16+ not in education or employment to the right training and specialist support.

Email us: [email protected]