Careers Engagement and School outreach activities
As part of Joseph Gallagher's ongoing commitment to supporting young people and promoting careers within the construction and engineering sectors, members of the HR team recently participated in a series of school engagement events aimed at inspiring the next generation of talent.
𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹
On Wednesday 7 October, Amelia and Abigail from the HR team attended a mock interview event at Grays Convent High School, dedicating 7 hours each to supporting Year 11 students as they explored their future career aspirations. During the event, they engaged with students to discuss potential career paths, the steps required to achieve their goals, and lessons learned from their own professional journeys.
As part of the programme, Amelia and Abigail conducted mock interviews, providing constructive feedback to help students strengthen their interview techniques, build confidence, and develop essential employability skills. The sessions also included discussions around educational routes into different professions, personal career progression experiences, and an overview of career opportunities within Joseph Gallagher, highlighting the qualifications and academic expectations associated with various roles across the business.
𝗦𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹, 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱
Lisa Bryanton, HR Director, attended St John Payne Catholic School in Chelmsford, contributing 2.5 hours to a careers presentation delivered to approximately 290 Year 12 and Year 13 students.
Lisa's presentation focused on careers in civil engineering, the benefits of apprenticeships, the importance of choosing the right employer, and practical advice on writing effective CVs and cover letters. Students demonstrated excellent engagement throughout the session, asking thoughtful questions about career development, apprenticeship opportunities, and routes into the construction and engineering industries. The event generated strong participation from both year groups and received very positive feedback from students and staff alike.
Supporting Future Talent
These activities form part of Joseph Gallagher's wider commitment to industry engagement, career awareness, and social value delivery. By sharing knowledge, experience, and practical guidance, our team continues to help young people make informed decisions about their future education and career pathways while highlighting the exciting opportunities available within the construction and engineering sectors.
