C4W+ Employment Mentor

Civic Recruitment Limited; Barry; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

7 Month Contract

Bi-weekly Pay

Community-Based Role

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting a C4W+ Employment Mentor to support the Welsh Government Communities for Work Plus programme in the Vale of Glamorgan. You will mentor unemployed residents, provide job search help, and connect them with training opportunities.

The role is community-based with two days in the Barry office, plus outreach, home working, and flexible arrangements. Bi-weekly pay and a meaningful impact on local employment are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong coaching, mentoring and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in case management or support services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one employability support, mentoring, and job search assistance.
• Manage a caseload of clients with a holistic, person-centred approach.
• Complete assessments, support and action plans, with regular reviews.
• Deliver employability-related training and access to opportunities.
• Maintain records and update databases per Welsh Government requirements.
• Collaborate with Vale Employability colleagues and partners.

Skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Case management

Organisation

Job description

Pitcot, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/08/2026

• Province Vale of Glamorgan, The (Bro Morgannwg GB-BMG)
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code CF32

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.
In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.
Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

Location: Palmerston Education Centre, Cadoc Crescent, Barry, CF62 2NT

Contract: 7 Month Contract

Working Pattern: Community-Based | 2 Days Office-Based | Remaining Time Outreach, Community Locations, The Pod or Home Working

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a C4W+ Employment Mentor to support the delivery of the Welsh Government-funded Communities for Work Plus (C4W+) programme within the Vale of Glamorgan.
This rewarding role focuses on supporting individuals who are unemployed and face barriers to employment. Working with a diverse caseload, you will provide personalised mentoring, employability support, job search assistance, and access to training opportunities, helping residents move closer to sustainable employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one employability support, mentoring, and job search assistance.
• Manage a caseload of clients using a holistic, person-centred approach.
• Complete assessments, support plans, action plans, and regular reviews.
• Support individuals to overcome barriers to employment, training, and education.
• Assist clients in accessing employment, skills, and development opportunities.
• Deliver employability-related support and training where appropriate.
• Participate in the Communities for Work Plus triage process.
• Maintain accurate records and update the CFW+ database in line with Welsh Government requirements.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Vale Employability service.
• Build effective relationships with residents, community groups, employers, voluntary organisations, and partner agencies.
• Support community engagement activities aimed at reducing poverty and increasing employment opportunities.
• Ensure safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection requirements are met at all times.
• Experience supporting individuals into employment, training, education, or volunteering opportunities.
• Experience managing a caseload within employability, welfare, housing, community, education, or support services.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of people and organisations.
• Strong organisational and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills and experience maintaining accurate records.
• Understanding of barriers faced by unemployed and disadvantaged individuals.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and customer-focused service delivery.
• Experience within employability, welfare-to-work, skills, careers advice, youth support, housing support, or community development programmes.
• Knowledge of Welsh Government employability programmes.
• Experience working with vulnerable or disadvantaged groups.
• Knowledge of local training, education, and employment opportunities.

What's on Offer?

• 7 Month Contract
• Community-Based Role
• 2 Days Office-Based / Flexible Outreach and Home Working
• Location: Barry, Vale of Glamorgan
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Opportunity to make a real difference supporting people into employment.
• Varied and rewarding role working across communities and partner organisations.
• Supportive team environment within a well-established employability programme.

Suitable for candidates with experience as an Employment Mentor, Employment Advisor, Employability Coach, Employment Support Officer, Careers Adviser, Welfare to Work Advisor, Community Support Worker, Job Coach, Employment Key Worker, or Work and Skills Advisor.