Reading Job Fest

Reading Job Fest is back!

This 11 September 2025, from 10am - 1pm, join us in Reading Town Hall, Blagrave Street, RG1 1QH to discuss job opportunities and engage with 40+ well-known employers inlcuding: AWE, DeVere, GWR, IKEA, Mitie, NHS, Reading Council, Reading Buses, Royal Navy, Thames Water, University of Reading - and many more.

Organised by REDA, in partnership with Job Centre Plus, the Job Fest is a FREE event for anyone looking for a full or part-time permanent job in and around the area.

Connect with leading employers

Last year, over 1,000 attendees came together at the Reading Job Festival to explore exciting career opportunities with top employers from a diverse range of industries. From defence and social care to retail, hospitality, construction, transport, and education - this is your chance to meet the people shaping the future of work.

View the full list of exhibitors here

We look forward to seeing you there!

If you are on Universal Credit or Jobseekers Allowance, the Jobcentre may be able to support you with travel cost if this is a barrier. Please discuss this with your Work Coach and they will check if you are eligible.