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. 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. 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.
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Multi Trade Builder (Freelance) in London employer: Volunteer It Yourself
At VIY, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that empowers skilled freelancers to make a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive pay, subsidised travel, and fully funded training opportunities, our supportive work culture fosters professional growth while allowing you to inspire and mentor the next generation of tradespeople in South Wales. Join us in creating positive change and building futures for vulnerable young people through hands-on construction projects.
