Training & Volunteering
What can we do for you?
We are currently offering a number of work placements which will provide you with the skills, experience and confidence needed to get back into work. There are two types of placements available – 1-2 week taster placements or structured 6 month placements.
Closing date for applications: Friday, 16 December 2011
Please click on the job titles below to download the job description:
Vacancies at Cadwyn:
Vacancies with our partner organisations:
- PR & Social Media Administrator – Taff Housing Association
- Administrator x 2 – Taff Housing Association
- Neighbourhood Support Assistant – United Welsh (Cardiff Office)
- Central Services Administrator – Community Housing Cymru
Not only are these work placements a great way to gain experience – we can also provide:
- Support with CV writing, interview skills, job search skills
- Accredited training to help you move into employment or further education
- Confidence building support
- Contributions towards the cost of childcare and transport costs.
How do I apply?
To apply for any of these placements please download the application form below and return the completed form to jobs@cadwyn.co.uk or via post marked “Private and Confidential” and addressed to HR Department, Cadwyn Housing Association, 197 Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 1AJ. If you have any queries please telephone 02920 43 4425 and speak to Helen Williams or Susan Evans.
Application Form
Work Placement Application form
Am I eligible?
- To apply for one of the placements above you must be economically inactive or unemployed, i.e. not in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance
- If you are claiming either of these benefits and are interested in getting involved with our employment, training and volunteering opportunities please get in touch with us as we may be able to support you through other projects.
Why is Cadwyn involved in employment & training opportunities?
Our Future Jobs Fund Trainee Aziz Rahman busy on the front desk
Cadwyn is always keen to go over and above the traditional roles of a housing association by providing additional services to benefit the local community.
We first became involved in providing employment and training opportunities for the local community by taking part in the Future Jobs fund scheme. This government-run scheme was aimed at young people who have been unemployed for longer than 6 months.
Cadwyn offered 13 placements for young people through this scheme. The trainees completed six month work placements within Cadwyn and received on-the-job training and mentoring.
The trainees involved said that the experience had helped to increase their confidence, motivation and skills and they now feel much better placed to find jobs in the future. A number of the trainees went on to secure full time employment at Cadwyn and in other organisations.
