Job Title: Freelance Multi-Trade Construction Mentor / Instructor Locations: South Wales (Key focus on Cardiff and Newport) Salary: £130 £150 per day (Depending on experience) Job Type: Freelance / Contract Benefits: Subsidised travel, parking covered, and fully funded training opportunities About the Role: Join VIY (Volunteer It Yourself) and use your trade expertise to change young lives.
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We are expanding and seeking a Freelance Multi-Trade Construction Mentor to guide, support, and coach vulnerable young people on our funded Youth and Community Construction Skills projects.
If you are a skilled freelancer looking to give back, inspire the next generation, and diversify your income away from standard site grind, this is your opportunity.
Your Impact: Mentor & Train: Teach young people practical trade skills, with a core focus on Carpentry and Painting & Decorating.
Build Futures: Help young people work towards formal City & Guilds accreditations.
Deliver Projects: Support VIY community build projects while maintaining hands-on trade work.
Ensure Safety: Oversee site Health & Safety, managing risks for your team and the young people.
What We Are Looking For: Trade Expertise: Strong hands-on multi-trade experience or qualifications (ideally Carpentry and P&D).
Safety First: Solid understanding of site management and Health & Safety procedures.
People Skills: A passion for motivating, supporting, and guiding young individuals (prior mentoring experience is preferred but not essential).
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with our youth engagement team and assessors.
Job Requirements: Mobility: A full clean UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Background Check: This post involves regulated activity and requires an Enhanced DBS check.
(This will be organized and paid for by VIY.
A criminal record will not automatically bar you from employment; all applications are assessed fairly on a case-by-case basis).
What We Offer: Competitive Pay: £130 to £150 per day.
Expenses Covered: Subsidised travel and fully covered parking costs. xrnqpay
Professional Growth: Access to a range of training opportunities (ideal for expanding your freelance skill set).
Purpose: The unique chance to make a tangible, positive social impact every day.
Multi Trade Builder in Newport employer: Confidential
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