At a Glance
- Tasks: Help people develop future skills and connect with employers.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking college dedicated to learner success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive environment, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for travel and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on learners and the regional economy.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience in employability and project coordination.
The predicted salary is between 26712 - 29069 £ per year.
Are you passionate about helping people develop the skills they need for the jobs of tomorrow?
Application Deadline: 12 August 2026
Department: Employability
Location: Graig Campus
Compensation: £26,712 - £29,069 / year
What you'll be doing:
- Building and maintaining relationships with employers, industry partners and key stakeholders.
- Supporting employability, enterprise and future skills initiatives across the College.
- Coordinating learner participation in regional, national and international skills competitions.
- Developing engaging schools outreach activities to raise aspirations and showcase career opportunities.
- Working alongside curriculum teams to ensure learners gain the skills employers need.
- Supporting funding opportunities, employer projects and income-generating activities.
- Organising events, workshops and promotional activities that inspire learners and strengthen employer engagement.
About you:
Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Welsh Language Requirements:
- Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable
- Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a degree or equivalent industry experience.
- Has experience of employer engagement, partnership working or project coordination.
- Understands employability, skills development and learner progression.
- Is an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills.
- Enjoys building relationships and working collaboratively with a wide range of people.
- Can travel between our campuses, partner schools and employer locations when required.
Why join us?
At Coleg Sir Gar, you'll be joining a forward-thinking college that's committed to developing both its learners and its staff. As part of our Recruitment, Progression and Partnerships team, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with employers, influence the future skills agenda, and make a lasting impact on learners and the regional economy.
We understand that applying for a new role is an important decision, and we're committed to keeping candidates informed throughout the recruitment process.
We anticipate shortlisting will be completed by Friday 14th August 2026, with interviews expected to take place on Friday 28th August 2026.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
At Coleg Sir Gar & Coleg Ceredigion, we inspire learners to fulfil potential and achieve excellence. To do this, we need the best employees to continue our culture of respect, unity and professionalism. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and areas of the community to the college.
Disability Confident:
Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion are proud to be a disability confident employer. As a result, we ensure our recruitment process is fully inclusive and accessible to all, communicate and promote all opportunities, anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments, support existing employees who acquire a disability or long term health condition to stay in work, and offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Future Skills Officer employer: Coleg Sir Gar | Coleg Ceredigion
Coleg Sir Gar | Coleg Ceredigion is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Located in the picturesque town of Carmarthen, employees benefit from a generous pension scheme, 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of at-risk learners.
Contact Details:
Coleg Sir Gar | Coleg Ceredigion Recruitment Team
