Routes2Careers Live! | Shropshire & Mid Wales

A fantastic new Careers Event, created specifically to meet the needs of employers and young people in Shropshire and Mid Wales

Join us for a deep dive into career pathways, training opportunities, and finding out what skills are in high demand (and highly prized!) in our area.

With multiple exhibition zones to explore and employers to meet, as well as spotlight talks on specific areas and career themes, this free event is a must-visit for young people aged 14-20 and their families.

Schedule for the Afternoon

12.30-4.00pm Schools and Colleges | Want to bring your class or tutor group to this event? No problem, we'd love local schools to get involved. Just email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to let us know how many young people you want to bring and when you would like to visit. (Please note we unfortunately cannot facilitate individual family visits during the college day so, if you think your young person would benefit from this and can't attend in the evening, please encourage their school to organise a trip.)

Schedule for the Evening

4.30-5.00pm SEN Session | Keeping it calm and quiet - please only book to arrive in this time if you have additional learning or support requirements and need to experience the event with fewer people around.

5.00-7.00pm General Entry | Please let us know your selected arrival time, you can stay as long as you wish and also explore our Open Evening to find out about specific courses that will support your career.

Confirmed exhibitors include:

• ABP
  Affinity Homecare
  Airbus
  Aston University
  BCS
  BizEd
  Bolt King
  Brignorth Aluminium
  Energize STW
  Fowler and Gilbert
  Greenhous Group
  Harper Adams University
  Housing Plus Group
  Iconsys
  Lanyon Bowdler
  Lowfield Timber
  Marches Energy Agency
  McPhillips
  Muller
  Pave Aways
  R1 Construction
  Radfield Home Care
  RJAH
  S J Roberts
  SATH (Radiology)
  Schneider Electric
  Severn Partnership
  Shingler Homes
  Start Tech
  Tallisamos
  We Are With You
  Wrekin Housing Group (Housing Plus)

Employer Talks 

To book a place on any of the below talks, please use the links in the confirmation email you will recieve after booking for the main event (on the yellow button above). 

Fowler and Gilbert Explore the story of Fowler & Gilbert — from farming heritage to industry-leading fabrication experts. This talk uncovers how the company scaled up, what they build, and the exciting careers available in engineering, construction, and manufacturing. 

Martha Lily Photography Not sure what’s next? I’ll share how trusting my gut, whether in education or in work, helped me create a career I love. Martha Lily, an equine (horse!) photographer and a creative coach helping people shape businesses they love. 

Startech From real cyber-attacks to careers most people never see. Learn how IT and cyber security sit at the heart of almost every business worldwide, future proofing your career. 

The Marches Career Hub "Join Andriané Usherwood-Brown, Strategic Careers Hub Lead with the Marches Careers Hub to explore trends and opportunities for young people in the local job market. This session will give students an overview of Shropshire industries, including an insight into growth areas across the county. Andriané is a regular speaker at our events and is brilliant at breaking down labour market information and presenting this to students and parents in a fun and accessible way. 

Lanyon Bowdler Discover the many ways you can work in law and the different roles that make up a successful law firm. Emma will explain pathways into legal and non‑legal roles, the skills employers look for, and how careers in law can develop over time. 

Affinity Homecare Find out why health and social care is one of the most rewarding and flexible career paths available. This session includes real career insights and an inspiring personal story of progression from Level 3 student to care leader. 

ABP ABP are one of Europe’s leading integrated agrifood businesses, with divisions specialising in food production, pet food and renewables. Over our 70-year history, we have grown to a 14,000 strong team and have built a reputation for quality and innovation. Here is the UK, we have over 21 sites specialising in beef, lamb and meat-free products supplying to some of the UK’s largest supermarkets and food services

BCS: The Chartered Institute for IT Join Tim and Ian who will offer students a grounded, real-world perspective on building a meaningful career in technology and professional services. 

Spirit Operations Find out how a career in events can take you places — even into the sky. This session covers Lorna’s career path, an introduction to Spirit Operations, and a beginner‑friendly guide to what event management is really like. 

Severn Partnership Discover how Severn Partnership maps, measures and shapes the world around us, and explore career routes from Level 3 to degree level. Hear how Mike’s journey from A‑Levels to the Navy led him to becoming Operations Director. 

Moonstone Therapies Designed for students exploring vocational routes, this talk follows a career journey shaped by BTEC education, self-employment, and ongoing professional development. Gill discusses the importance of practical learning, adaptability, and entrepreneurship, alongside how lived experience has informed and deepened her clinical practice. The session will look at massage not just as a luxury, but as a relevant, evidence-informed therapeutic practice supporting physical health, recovery, and nervous system regulation in today’s fast-paced world, highlighting how modern massage fits within injury recovery, stress regulation, and long-term health. 

National Trust Explore the range of opportunities the National Trust offers for young people, including work experience, volunteering and Duke of Edinburgh activities. Learn how these experiences can build confidence, skills and open doors to future careers. 

Dignity UK Explore the evolution of funeral directing—from historic customs to modern-day practice—and learn which traditions still hold true. This interactive session includes myth‑busting, a careers quiz and a chance to ask your questions to professionals who work in this remarkable field. 

This event is kindly supported by:

Are you a local employer or organisation that would like to be involved in this event? We'd love to hear from you. We still have some spaces available for exhibitors and talk hosts - don't hesitate to get in touch with This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to chat through options.