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Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales is seeking a Short Breaks Coordinator to lead the delivery of our Short Breaks Programme across Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. You will manage the day-to-day operation of the service, oversee staff, budgets and performance, coordinate activities and events, and support unpaid carers through a person-centred caseload.

This fixed-term role offers 37 hours per week and an opportunity to make a real difference by helping carers access flexible short breaks that

Qualifications

• Role requires strong programme delivery, people management and budgeting skills.
• Experience coordinating community services is beneficial.
• Ability to work with carers and partners in local authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Short Breaks Programme across Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.
• Manage day-to-day operations, staff, budgets and performance.
• Coordinate activities and events and support unpaid carers through a person-centred caseload.
• Ensure contracts with Carers Trust Wales and local authorities are delivered to targets and reporting requirements.

Job description

Hours: 37 hours per week

Length of Contract: Fixed Team contract until 31 March 2029

Come and join us - Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales is seeking a Short Breaks Coordinator to lead the delivery of our Short Breaks Programme across Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.

The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operation of the service, oversee staff, budgets and performance, coordinate activities and events, and support unpaid carers through a person-centred caseload. The role also involves ensuring contracts with Carers Trust Wales, Carmarthenshire County Council and Pembrokeshire County Council are delivered successfully, meeting agreed targets, outcomes and reporting requirements.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference by helping unpaid carers access flexible short breaks that improve wellbeing, build resilience and sustain caring relationships.

We value diversity in our workforce, and we encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Applicants must be willing to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Deadline for applications is Monday, 14th September 2026. Interviews week commencing 23rd September. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early; we therefore encourage early applications.