Employment & Skills Support Worker

Employment & Skills Support Worker    Location: Cardiff, Gwent, Merthyr Permanent Hours: 22.5 hours per week    As the Employment & Skills Support Worker, you will provide one-to-one and group-based support to adults and young people, helping them overcome barriers and work towards independence and sustainable employment.    You will: Offer tailored, person-centred support to help individuals access education, work experience, skills training, and volunteering. Support service users with CV building, interview preparation, job searching, applications, and digital skills. Work alongside local employers, training providers, colleges, job centres, and community partners to create opportunities. Build positive, trusting relationships with the Gypsies and Travellers community, promoting empowerment, equality, and self-confidence. Advocate on behalf of individuals facing discrimination or structural barriers to employment. Maintain accurate case records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation of the programme. Help develop group workshops, outreach sessions, and confidence-building activities.    What We’re Looking For Experience supporting people into employment, training or education (e.g. employability, youth work, housing support, careers guidance). An understanding of the challenges and discrimination faced by Gypsy and Traveller communities. A person-centred, culturally respectful and strengths-based approach. Strong relationship-building and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and travel to sites across the region. A commitment to equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.    What We Offer A supportive, values-driven working culture. Training and development to specialise in inclusion work. The chance to make a genuine impact in a unique and rewarding role. Annual leave and benefits package.    Interested? Apply now to be part of a charity that is changing lives, challenging injustice, and supporting Gypsies and Travellers communities across Wales.    To apply for this opportunity, simply send an up-to-date CV to this advert or contact Emily Savage for more information on (phone number removed)