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Somerset employers: how to exhibit at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027
A practical guide for Somerset employers exhibiting at the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College - who attends, what to bring and how to convert conversations into applications.
By Jack Frampton, Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Published 29 July 2026
If you hire apprentices anywhere near Taunton, the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening 2027 at Queen's College, Taunton is the cheapest recruitment pipeline you'll find: a hall full of motivated 14 to 18 year olds and their parents, for free.
Who's in the room
Students from across Somerset, parents who hold real decision-making power, and current apprentices. Parents are the group employers under-serve most - talk to them directly.
What to bring to your stand
- One clear board: job title, salary, level, start date.
- A QR code to your live vacancy on Find an Apprenticeship (GOV.UK).
- A current apprentice on the stand, not just an HR manager.
- Something to hand over - a tool, a product, a sample of the work.
What actually converts
Specifics. "Level 3 Engineering, £16,000, starts September, four days on site, one day at Bridgwater & Taunton College" beats a glossy brochure every time.
How to book a stand
Email me at jsf@queenscollege.org.uk or message on LinkedIn. Stands are free for Somerset employers offering genuine vacancies. See also the employer overview.
Frequently asked questions
- Does exhibiting cost anything?
- No. Stands are free for Somerset employers offering genuine apprenticeship vacancies or work experience.
- What if my vacancy isn't live yet?
- Still exhibit. Building awareness a year ahead of your start date is how the strongest applications arrive.
- Can training providers exhibit?
- Yes, alongside employers - Bridgwater & Taunton College and University Centre Somerset are regular attendees.
Explore more on this site
- Apprenticeship Hub →Free mentoring, vacancy help and guides for school leavers, parents and employers.
- Marketing Portfolio →Campaign design, sports graphics, editorial work and photography from Queen's College, Taunton.
- Video →Behind the scenes video and short-form apprenticeship content.
- About Jack Frampton →Marketer, apprenticeship advocate and Taunton keynote speaker.
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About the author
Marketer at Queen's College, Taunton · Apprenticeship advocate
Jack Frampton is a marketer at Queen's College, Taunton, working across digital marketing, SEO, design, content and photography. He came through the apprenticeship route himself, founded the Taunton Apprenticeship Evening and speaks in schools across Somerset and the South West about apprenticeships as a route into marketing. He offers free mentoring for school leavers, parents and employers.
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