Welsh Language Coach

Gcs Training Limited; Swansea; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff wellbeing days

Discounted study opportunities

Job summary

Gower College Swansea is seeking two Welsh Language Coaches to support learners across our vocational learning areas. You will support Welsh-speaking learners through individual and group sessions, working closely with teaching staff and Learning Area Managers to promote and develop the use of Welsh across the College.

The successful candidates will work across Swansea campuses delivering bilingual teaching, with a focus on motivation, inclusion, and Welsh language development.

Qualifications

• Fluent Welsh speaker (minimum B2/Advanced).
• Clear and effective communication with diverse audiences.
• Experience promoting the Welsh language and mentoring young people.
• Ability to be proactive and use own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with concerns about moving from Welsh-medium education and bilingual learning environments.
• Hold focused one-to-one sessions with Welsh-speaking learners to understand needs and provide guidance and resources.
• Plan and deliver engaging group sessions to help learners develop skills beyond their qualification and support bilingual learning.

Skills

Welsh language fluency

Communication skills

Mentoring and motivation

Initiative and proactivity

Job description

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Welsh Language Coach

Reference: SEP20262216

Expiry date: 22:59, Wed, 14th Oct 2026

Location: Swansea

Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.

The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.

The Role

We are looking to appoint two Welsh Language Coaches to support learners across our vocational learning areas. You will support Welsh-speaking learners through individual and group sessions, working closely with teaching staff and Learning Area Managers to promote and develop the use of Welsh across the College.

We are looking to appoint two Welsh Language Coaches to support learners across our vocational learning areas. You will support Welsh-speaking learners through individual and group sessions, working closely with teaching staff and Learning Area Managers to promote and develop the use of Welsh across the College.

The successful candidate will work within some of the following curriculum areas:
Health & Social Care, Childcare, Public Services, Sport, Visual Arts, Creative Industries and Business

Please state in your personal statement your preferred learning areas.

• Full time (37 hours per week)
• Term time (40 weeks per year)
• Fixed Term until 31/08/2027
• Across all of our Swansea campuses

Key Responsibilities

• Support learners with concerns about moving from Welsh-medium education, motivation and learning bilingually, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Hold focused one-to-one sessions with Welsh speaking learners to understand their Welsh language, academic and support needs, and provide appropriate advice, guidance, resources and opportunities.
• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality group sessions that help learners develop skills and knowledge beyond their qualification, encourage active participation and support their bilingual learning journey.

About You

• Fluent Welsh speaker - minimum B2/Advanced (see competency framework attached).
• Confidence and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a range of audiences (including young people, parents/carers, external organisations, academic staff), and deliver engaging presentations.
• Experience of promoting the Welsh language and mentoring young people.
• Ability to be proactive, resourceful and use own initiative
• 28 days (pro rata) annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
• Local Government Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 21% in 2025)
• 2 staff wellbeing days per year
• Discounted study opportunities on College courses
• This vacancy may close early due to high application numbers. Early applications are recommended.
• Appointments will normally be made to the bottom of the salary scale with annual increments on 1st August each year (subject to a start date before 1st February).
• The Full-Time Equivalent Salary for this post is £26,476 - £28,822 per annum

Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.

Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List (£49.50)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).