Terms & Conditions and Guidance notes for attending Careers Events at the University of Salford
Completion and submission of the online booking form implies acceptance of these Terms and Conditions and commits your organisation to attend the event stipulated on the booking form.
Fees and cancellation charges
The cost to attend a careers fair is as follows:
| Third Sector, Charity, Public Sector, Armed Forces | No charge |
| Organisations with less than 250 employees | £75 + VAT |
| Organisations with more than 251 employees | £150 + VAT |
The preferred method of payment is via the University of Salford’s online shop.
Cancellation of your stand within two weeks of the Fair date, or failure to turn up on the day, will invoke a cancellation charge at the same rate as the fee. If your circumstances do change and you need to cancel your booking, then please inform us immediately by email to business@salford.ac.uk or by phone on +44 (0)161 295 0023.
Nature of your business
We reserve the right to refuse space at our sole discretion to any organisation that we deem unsuitable for the Fair. By submitting your booking form, you agree to divulge the nature of your business and the purposes which you seek to promote at the Fair. Providing an incomplete booking form will delay the booking process and a stand cannot be guaranteed until all requested information has been received by the Organisers. Inaccurate information on a booking form could result in your offer of a stand being withdrawn.
Employer and vacancies policy
All opportunities must adhere to our policy on advertising where information about the type of employers, vacancies and employing international students can be found.
Stand information
Each booking is allocated the following:
- A stand space for your display stand/panels. We are unable tov provide a panel on the day.
- Use of a table and two chairs, plus tablecloth
- A listing on the event website with vacancy information and a link to your website.
Parking / Road closures / Travel disruptions
Payment for parking must be done on arrival by following the instructions within the car park. Please note: we cannot reserve or guarantee you a parking space. Parking at the University is very limited, and where possible you are encouraged to car share or use public transport to get to the venue. Read our guidance on travelling to the University. Currently some of the University car parks at the Allerton campus are closed. Also, there are some road closures in and around campus which may prolong your journey time. Further current information can be found via the link above.
Student numbers
Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee a minimum number of student attendees at the events and no refunds will be given for low student numbers.
Insurance
Whilst every precaution is taken to protect your property during the event, the University of Salford is not responsible for any loss or damage. Your organisation must have appropriate insurance cover including insuring against any legal liability incurred in respect of injury or damage to property belonging to third parties.
Equipment
All electrical equipment for use on our premises must be portable appliance tested, and you must be in possession of a valid “PAT” test certificate. Wherever possible, 110volt CTE equipment must be used. At the end of the event, the Exhibitor will remove any property used by them in connection with their participation in the event, from the venue. The Exhibitor will be liable for all storage and handling charges resulting from failure to remove all equipment from the venue.
Fire risks
No equipment, material or substance can be brought on to the premises which could present a significant risk of fire e.g. flammable liquids, candles, etc.
- Naked flames will not be permitted during any event.
- Smoke emitting machinery will not be permitted at any event.
- Fire extinguishers and fire emergency signage must not be moved, obstructed or covered up during any event.
- Fire alarm call points must not be obstructed or covered during any event.
- Fire exit doors and escape routes must not be blocked at any time.
- Pyrotechnics will not be permitted without the express permission of the University of Salford's Safety Officer.
Trip hazards
No trailing wires/cables or similar, which could constitute a trip hazard, will be permitted.
Live animals
No live animals (except for guide dogs or other support animals) will be permitted on the premises.
Access equipment
No access equipment for work at height, e.g. scaffold towers, MEWPs, etc. will be permitted on the premises without prior consultation with and the express permission of the University of Salford’s Safety Officer.
Data protection
The Information supplied via the booking form will be stored and used to administer the Fair, to advertise your jobs to our students via the University of Salford vacancy service and to notify you of other events and services offered by the University of Salford. If you do not wish to receive further information, please let us know.
Joining instructions
Two weeks before the event, you will receive further details about the event, maps, directions and instructions for car parking.
Cancellation of the event
The Organiser shall have the right to cancel the event with or without cause.
Contact details
In the first instance all enquiries should be directed to: business@salford.ac.uk.
Careers & Enterprise
Clifford Whitworth Library
University of Salford
Salford
Greater Manchester
M5 4WT
Updated: February 2025