Employability Work Coach/ Hyfforddwr Cyflogadwyedd

We’re looking for passionate and supportive Employability Work Coaches to join our new Green Careers Pathway Project on a Part Time basis– helping young people (aged 16–30) in Newport and Swansea explore and access jobs that make a difference to the environment and their communities. This 5-year post is funded by Dormant Assets Sustainable Steps Wales. You’ll be working with young people – guiding them, building confidence, developing skills, and supporting their journey into green careers.

What’s great about the role?

• You’ll work directly with young people to build confidence, develop life and work skills, and unlock career pathways in the green economy.
• You’ll support individuals from all backgrounds – especially those who’ve been underrepresented – including women, ethnic minority communities and people with disabilities.
• You’ll help design and deliver engaging workshops and 1:1 coaching to improve employability, green knowledge and job readiness.
• You’ll organise placements and volunteering that give real-world experience and open doors into green jobs.
• You’ll build strong relationships with employers, training providers, colleges and community partners.
• You’ll offer ongoing support for up to a year after placement – helping participants stay in work, grow, and succeed long-term.
• You’ll be part of a compassionate, values-led team that supports flexible working and welcomes diversity in all its forms.

Where does this role fit in?

You’ll report to the Inclusion and Assistive Technology Officer within our Care Services team, and you will support young people receiving care and support from Pobl. You’ll work one to one with individuals to build confidence, develop life and employment skills, and explore green career pathways that align with their interests and potential. You’ll collaborate closely with other Employability Work Coaches, Placement Coordinators, and work alongside colleagues across housing and regeneration to provide a joined-up, person-centred approach. Your role is a key part of helping young people in care move towards meaningful, sustainable employment – making a positive difference to both people and the planet.

What skills and experience do you need?

We’re looking for someone who has experience supporting young people who may have faced additional barriers and takes a coaching, strengths-based approach to help them build confidence and realise their potential. You’ll need strong communication and relationship-building skills, along with the ability to plan, organise and support people through change. An understanding of community development, employability, or green skills is important, and above all, you’ll bring a positive, inclusive and empathetic mindset. It’s a bonus if you’ve delivered one-to-one or group support before, have knowledge of green jobs or sustainability, or bring lived experience or a strong understanding of the challenges young people face today.

What are the pay and benefits?

• 2 x part-time posts at 18.5 hours per week – One role based in Newport – One role based in Swansea
• The full-time equivalent (FTE) salary for these roles, based on a 37-hour week, is £29,365.
• Mileage is paid at 45p per mile
• These posts are fixed term for 5 years in line with the Projects funding.
• 26 days holiday entitlement plus Bank holidays (Pro rata)
• An enhanced DBS is required for these roles which we pay for
• Pension scheme
• Sick Pay
• Colleague Referral Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Time for Talking – a free counselling service
• Health Cash Plan
• Savings Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes
• Cycle to work and Electric Car scheme
• Eyecare plan
• Give as You Earn charity donation scheme
• Gym and shopping discounts
• Training and progression opportunities

What’s FREDIE?

At Pobl Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at Pobl Group and we encourage you to apply now.

How do you apply?

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to be our next difference maker, please follow the prompts to apply now. We just need an up-to-date CV, a short and focused cover letter, and a few contact details so we can get back in touch with you. To put your best self forward, please make sure your CV is clear, includes accurate dates, and contains the correct information – as we use this to assess your application.

We’ll ask for your preferred location as part of your application. Interviews will be taking place on 9th July in our Newport or Swansea office and will involve a panel interview with colleagues and customers. If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact group.talent@poblgroup.co.uk or 0300 3735262.

Who are Pobl Group?

We’re Pobl Group – a not for profit organisation with a big heart and a clear purpose: to help people and communities thrive. We provide homes, care and support to thousands of people across Wales, and we’re passionate about making a positive difference. Our work is rooted in strong values, and we’re proud to be part of the journey towards a fairer, greener, more inclusive future. Whether it’s through building affordable homes, supporting people to live independently, or creating new opportunities through projects like Green Careers – everything we do is about people, place and potential. We’re also a flexible, forward-thinking employer that welcomes individuality and difference. At Pobl, you can be yourself and grow.