VIY - Hiring Skilled Tradespeople
Freelance | Up to £130 - £150/day | Various Locations across South Wales and Bristol.
Who We Need: Multi traders to join the team on a number of projects.
We are seeking an experienced Construction Mentor to guide, support, and coach individuals on our funded Youth and Community Construction Skills projects. Key focus on Carpentry, P&D work.
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 help support 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
£130 - £150/day (based on experience & mentoring skills, increasing in line with role development)
- Contribution towards travel expenses
- Opportunities to grow into leadership roles
- Certified training to support you in the role
- Flexible working
This post involves regulated activity and requires an Enhanced DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically bar you from employment; all applications will be assessed fairly on a case-by-case basis
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 mentors, youth engagement team and assessors
Support young people in gaining hands on experience in trade skills
Ensure safety & safeguarding policies are followed
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
Application question(s):
- Willingness to travel across the region to new project venues
Experience:
- Carpentry: 5 years (required)
- Youth work: 3 years (preferred)
- P&D: 5 years (preferred)
- Building work : 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Full drivers license and access to a vehicle (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
