Job Description

Porth Gwyrdd - Green Gateway: Exciting Job Opportunities

We are recruiting for the following roles in Ceredigion and Powy:

Job Coach x 3 - Ceredigion and Powys- Salary: 27,000 pa, pro rata Hours/Week:0.6 FTE (21 hrs/week)

Inspire and support young people to build green careers across mid and west Wales! Are you passionate about inclusion, sustainability, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Porth Gwyrdd - Green Gateway is an innovative five-year initiative led by Foothold Cymru, in partnership with Antur Cymru, Menter Gorllewin Sir Gar, and PLANED. We are seeking dynamic and committed individuals to join our team and help create a more inclusive future for 16-30-year-olds who are disabled and/or from ethnic minoritised communities, through opportunities in the green economy.

How to Apply:

Please submit a CV (maximum two sides of A4) and a supporting letter outlining your interest in the role and your suitability for the position to

hr@footholdcymru.org.uk

These posts are based in Mid and Southwest Wales, with flexible and hybrid working options available for many roles. Join us and be part of a pioneering project that empowers young people to access opportunities in the green economy, helping to build a more sustainable and inclusive future for Wales If you have any questions or require further information, please get in touch. We look forward to receiving your application!

About the Role

Three part-time (0.6 FTE) Job Coaches will be recruited in Ceredigion and Powy to provide intensive, person-centred support to young people participating in paid work placements, Green Career Internships, and volunteering placements. Job Coaches are critical to the project's success, supporting participants before, during, and after their placements, and ensuring that every young person has the tailored guidance they need to thrive in the green economy.

Purpose of the Role

To provide high-quality, 1:1 support to young people aged 16-30--particularly those who are disabled and/or from diverse ethnic communities--enabling them to access, sustain, and progress in green careers through supported work placements, internships, volunteering, or alternative pathways.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Deliver intensive, person-centred coaching to young people before, during, and after their paid placements, internships, or volunteering roles, focusing on building confidence, skills, and workplace readiness. Conduct initial assessments and develop personalised learning and development plans for each participant, regularly reviewing progress and adapting support as needed. Support participants through pre-employment training, including soft skills, job-specific skills, digital and financial literacy, and workplace behaviours. Working with the Supported Employment Manager match young people to suitable green employers and placements, taking into account their interests, needs, and geographic location. Liaise with employers to ensure reasonable adjustments, workplace accessibility, and the appointment and training of in-work mentors. Provide ongoing support and advocacy for young people in the workplace, including regular reviews with participants and employers, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Offer light-touch support and signposting to young people pursuing self-employment, direct employment, or further education/training. Support participants to access external resources and grants, such as Access to Work, and help employers implement inclusive practices. Maintain accurate records, monitor progress, and contribute to project evaluation and reporting. Work collaboratively with project partners, Peer Ambassadors, and other stakeholders to ensure a holistic and inclusive approach. Participate in ongoing training, including Supported Employment Techniques (SET) and work towards Level 3 Certificate for Supported Employment Practitioners within six months of appointment
Impact and Outcomes

Increased confidence, independence, and work readiness among young people through intensive, person-centred coaching and tailored support before, during, and after placements. Improved employability skills, workplace behaviours, and progression into sustainable green careers, with at least 90% of participants in paid placements showing enhanced key employment skills and confidence to pursue a green career. Higher rates of sustained, high-quality placements and positive employment outcomes, including progression to employment, further education, or training, for young people facing barriers such as disability, rurality, or low confidence. Strengthened employer capacity and inclusive practices, with job coaches supporting reasonable adjustments, mentor training, and ongoing advocacy to ensure diverse young talent can thrive in green workplaces.
Person SpecificationEssential

Experience providing personalised support, coaching, or career counselling to young people, especially those with disabilities and/or from diverse ethnic communities

Knowledge of supported employment techniques, person-centred planning, and inclusive employment practices

Ability to build trust and rapport with young people and employers, and to advocate effectively for participants' needs

Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Understanding of the barriers faced by disabled young people and those from diverse ethnic communities in accessing employment

Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team, managing a caseload and balancing priorities

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the county/region Willingness to undertake further training and professional development

Desirable

Experience working in supported employment programmes or as a Job Coach

Completion of Supported Employment Techniques (SET) training, Systematic Instruction (TSI), or similar

Experience working with young people with ALN (Additional Learning Needs) and/or from minority ethnic backgrounds

Proficiency in Welsh language

Familiarity with Access to Work and other employment support schemes

Experience supporting employers to implement inclusive practices

Experience supporting young people in rural settings

Other

The partnership is committed to flexible working and supporting staff wellbeing.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the four counties covered by the project.

www.footholdcymru.org.uk

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: 27,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Paid volunteer time Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/07/2025
Reference ID: JC3CP
Expected start date: 01/08/2025