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Teaching Careers Fair

Teaching Careers Fair 2025

University of Galway Teaching Careers Fair

Connect with Ireland’s Top Teaching Talent

Welcome to the University of Galway’s Teaching Careers Fair – your gateway to recruiting the best and brightest future educators. Our event offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly with highly skilled education students and graduates, ensuring your school or organization secures top teaching talent efficiently.

Why Partner with Us?

✅ Access to a Talent Pipeline – Meet students and graduates from our highly regarded Education and Teaching programs, trained with the latest methodologies and eager to make a difference.

✅ Maximized Visibility – Your brand and job opportunities will be showcased through a comprehensive, multi-channel marketing campaign targeting our education students via email, social media, and Careers CONNECT.

✅ Strong Return on Investment – Fill vacancies faster, boost employer branding, and connect with the next generation of teachers at a cost-effective rate of just €300.

 

For More Information Click Below

What’s Included in Your Package?

🏆 Priority Job Promotion – Your teaching vacancies will be featured on Careers CONNECT, targeted email campaigns, and career social media channels.

📌 Dedicated Fair Stand Space – Speak with future educators, share insights about your school, and recruit on the spot.

📢 "Spotlight on Employers" Feature – Get featured in a dedicated email to education students, promoting your values and opportunities.

🎥 Exclusive 60-Second Employer Spotlight Video or testimonial – Record a short video introducing your school/organisation, what to expect from a role with you, and why you’re a great employer. We’ll feature this video or testimonial on our website for 3 months, with a carers link, giving you long-term visibility.

🎤 Host a Recruitment Talk/Webinar – Engage directly with potential candidates through an online or in-person info session, positioning your school as an employer of choice.

What Employers Are Saying

"We’ve recruited outstanding teachers from the University of Galway year after year. The careers fair is an invaluable resource, and the support from the team is second to none." 📍 St. Oliver’s National School → View Careers

"This event consistently delivers fantastic ROI. We've filled multiple teaching vacancies and strengthened our brand awareness among future educators." 📍 Educate Together Schools → View Careers

"The direct engagement with students is what makes this fair so effective. Having a presence on Careers CONNECT and in the marketing campaign significantly boosted our applications." 📍 Irish Primary Principals’ Network → View Careers

Secure Your Spot – Register Today!

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with your future workforce. Upload your vacancies now and take advantage of our high-impact marketing campaign starting Monday!

📅 Event Date: February 18th, 2025
📍 Location: University of Galway
💰 Cost: €300 (including full promotional package)

🔗 Register: Click Here 

📩 Have Questions? Contact Us!

Step-by-Step Guide for Making the Most of the Teaching Careers Fair

Maximise Your Engagement - As part of your employer package with the University of Galway's Career Development Centre Fair (CDC), follow this simple guide to maximise your engagement before, during, and after the event.

Important Reminder: Finalise and submit all job ads and promotional materials by 17th February 2025 for maximum visibility. Students will start looking into who is attending on CONNECT! Be seen!

Step 1: Preparation Before the Event

1. Advertise Your Roles on Careers Connect, for FREE

  • On CONNECT, upload your graduate programmes, internships, and other vacancies by 17th February 2025.
  • Include job descriptions, application details, and clear deadlines.
  • Mention you will be available on-site for information on the day of the fair as part of the "Teaching Fair 2025" for increased visibility to students.
2. Enhance the Student Experience with Brand Activations
We offer space for interactive brand activations within the Bailey Allen Hall. If you're interested in organising activities such as giveaways, please contact Brid Connolly at 087 6316451.
3. Prepare Your Team
Ensure your team is well-briefed on key talking points, including details about your company, available roles, and why graduates should consider applying.

Step 2: On the Day of the Event

1. Arrive Early to Set Up Your Stand
Arrive from 2 pm, and at least 30 minutes before the event starts to set up your stand in the Orbsen Building Foyer.
2. Showcase Your Organisation
Make use of branded materials (banners, brochures, business cards). Include QR codes that link directly to your Careers Connect listings or application pages.

3. Engage with Students
Talk to students about the roles on offer, your company’s culture, and the key skills you are seeking. Offer advice on CVs and applications to make your stand approachable and valuable.

Step 3: After the Event

1. Follow Up with Candidates
Reach out to candidates you met via email or LinkedIn. Encourage the best candidates to formally apply for your roles.
2. Continue Posting Opportunities
Keep using Careers Connect to post roles throughout the year.
3. Use On-Campus Interview Rooms
Book interview pods (via employers@universityofgalway.ie) for private follow-up discussions with top candidates after the fair.

By following these steps, you’ll enhance your graduate talent pipeline and ensure strong visibility among the University of Galway’s top students.

For any questions or support, please contact employers@universityofgalway.ie.

Parking at the Event

Parking Disclaimer

The University of Galway Career Development Centre would like to remind all attendees that we are unable to cover any clamping fines incurred. Please ensure you park responsibly and adhere to the parking regulations on campus.

Parking Permit at the University of Galway Campus:

Park and Ride Google Map Location Click Here

Each Exhibitor is entitled to avail of two parking permits for their organisation. 

Parking Permits have been arranged to facilitate access to the Park & Ride Car Park. These can only be used in the Park & Ride Car Park. Please ensure to park in white line spaces only. Due to parking limitations on our University campus, we recommend arriving onto campus early to secure a parking spot (before 8:30am, if possible)

Follow these 5 simple steps to secure your virtual parking permit for this event: 

  • Step 1: Create a Personal Account on the University's parking website (using the vehicle registration number of the car you will be using on the day of the event) https://nuig.apcoa.ie/app/create-account/
  • Step 2: Log in to your Apcoa account (using your chosen username and password).
  • Step 3: Select and apply for the relevant University of Galway conference permit here 'Teaching Careers Fair 2025'.
  • Step 4: Park in the white-lined parking spaces only in the Park & Ride between the hours 08:30-17:30. Reference location 42 on our campus parking map for directions to this carpark. Eircode: H91 EW40.
  • Step 5: Use the Park & Ride Bus Service to the Orbsen Building. Our event team will be on hand at the entrance to the Orbsen Building to assist you on the day. See the bus timetable here.

Pay & Display at the University of Galway Campus 

Exhibitors can also use Pay & Display spaces (if available) which are located in all Car Parks on campus – you will need to park in spaces marked with blue lines and purchase a Pay & Display disc via the Apcoa Parking website or by downloading the app – apcoaconnect – to pay by phone. Parking map available here. Please be aware clamping is in operation on University Grounds.

Parking at the Galway Cathedral

The Cathedral is located on the west bank of the River Corrib, a little north and west of the city centre, 5-minutes walk from the Obrsen Building. 
To find the Cathedral on Google Maps, click here.
Opening Hours
The Cathedral is usually open from 08:30 until 18:30 - these times are approximate. On certain days, such as Christmas day, the Cathedral may close earlier.
Parking
Parking is available in the Cathedral grounds, open 24 hours. Parking is pay-per-hour Monday-Saturday and free on Sundays. An attendant is present Monday-Saturday between 08:30 and 18:45. The City Council operates a pay-per-day car park in Cathedral Square, immediately to the south of the Cathedral.

 

Getting to the Event

Use the following links to get directions to the event

Google map links

Park and Ride

Orbsen Building Foyer

Galway Catherdal parking

 

University Campus map

 

Your Exhibition Space 

The exhibition space for this event will be located in the Orbsen Building Foyer. Your stand allocation will be available on arrival at the event.

Exhibition Stand Specifications

Please note that the floor area for all exhibition spaces (stands) measures approximately 2m x 3m. Each stand will be equipped with:

  • A trestle table (dimensions 1.8m x 0.75m)
  • Tablecloth
  • Two chairs

 

Insurance Cover

Mandatory for all exhibitors

All exhibitors must provide written evidence that they have the requisite Employers Liability (€13m) and Public Liability (€6.5m) insurance cover in place to exhibit at this event. We will also require written confirmation that the University of Galway has been indemnified on your associated public liability policy.

Your last chance to submit copies of your policy documentation is 5 pm, Friday 14th February. Failure to provide this evidence by the aforementioned deadline may result in your booking for this event being cancelled.

Submissions can be made in one of two ways

Event Payment

All exhibitors will be contacted before the event to finalise payment. If you have any questions about this please contact us at Employers@universityofgalway.ie with the Internship & Graduate Jobs Fair 2025 in the email subject title.

University of Galway Guest WIFI

To access Wifi at the event please click Here and follow the instructions on this website.

 

Non-EEA Student Immigration Permission Information for Employers

For a comprehensive guide for employers hiring non-EEA students in Ireland click Here