Job Description

VIY - Hiring Skilled Tradespeople

Freelance | Up to 130 - 150/day | Various Locations

Who We Need:

We are seeking an experienced Construction Mentor to guide, support, and coach individuals on our funded Youth and Community Construction Skills projects.

You will have to be confident in teaching your skills. We are looking for someone whose hands-on expertise and professional insight will be vital in helping some of the most vulnerable young people in our society to build confidence, technical skills, and real-world knowledge

The Role:

To Manage VIY community projects

Mentor

and train young people in

trade skills

Help young people work towards

City & Guilds accreditation

Oversee site

H&S

supporting team and young people

Ideal Candidate:

? Hands on multi trade experienced/qualifications, site management and H&S experience
? Passion for mentoring young people with ability to motivate and support individuals (experience preferred but not essential)
? Able to guide, support, and inspire the next generation of tradespeople

? Strong communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

130 - 150/day

(based on experience & mentoring skills)

Contribution towards travel expenses Opportunities to grow into leadership roles Certified training to support you in the role Flexible working

Requirements:

?

DBS check required

(organised and paid for by VIY)

? Full Clean Driving licence and access to own vehicle required

Responsibilities:

Hands-on trade work + mentoring
Work alongside and support mentors, youth engagement team and assessors
Support young people in gaining hands on experience in trade skills
Ensure safety & safeguarding policies are followed

Work with Project manager on site audits/material lists and project delivery

Join Us!

Be part of a team making a real difference in young people's lives while working on meaningful community projects.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: 130.00-150.00 per day

Benefits:

Free or subsidised travel On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Willingness to travel across the region for new projects
Experience:

Carpentry: 5 years (required) P&D: 5 years (required) Youth work: 3 years (preferred) Site H&S management: 3 years (required) Plumbing: 3 years (required) Plastering: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Full drivers license and access to a vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/07/2025
Expected start date: 14/07/2025