Today, Somerset Chamber of Commerce hosted their Business Brunch at The Grove, located at Weston College’s Knightstone Campus.

The event provided a valuable opportunity for employers from across the region to network, learn more about the College, and connect directly with Weston College learners during a dedicated student networking session.

The morning opened with an introduction from Dave Crew, Director at Somerset Chamber, who outlined the agenda and set the tone for the event. This was followed by an insightful presentation from Antonia Travers, Director of Student Experience and Personal Development, who highlighted Weston College’s new STEPS framework and the Career Excellence Hub.

Guests were then treated to a delicious brunch, expertly prepared and served by our talented Level 1 Hospitality and Catering learners.

To round off the morning, employers made their way to the Conference Centre for a mock interview and networking session with 60 of Weston College’s Level 3 Business and Management learners. In small groups of three to four, learners spent ten minutes with each employer, asking questions about their organisation, the opportunities available, and insights into their sector. Employers, in turn, asked the learners both conversational and interview-style questions, giving them a taste of real-world recruitment scenarios.

Learners who particularly impressed employers were awarded a ‘Networking Champion’ token, which they could later reflect upon to understand what they did well and why they stood out.

Employers shared fantastic feedback, praising the learners’ enthusiasm, thoughtful questions, and even their confident handshakes! Opportunities like this are invaluable in helping our learners become industry-ready and understand what employers are looking for in future talent.

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