Cardiff and Vale College is seeking enthusiastic and skilled Community Learning Facilitators to support the delivery of engaging community-based learning opportunities across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
We are particularly interested in hearing from individuals who can deliver workshops that inspire adults to engage with learning. This could include areas such as arts and crafts, sewing and textiles, DIY, gardening, wellbeing activities, digital skills, community-based learning and other practical or creative subjects.
Working as part of our Lifelong Learning team, you will help adults access learning opportunities, build confidence and progress into further education, training or personal development activities. The role involves delivering workshops, supporting learner engagement, promoting opportunities within local communities and working collaboratively with a range of internal and external partners.
You will:
- Deliver engaging workshops and learning activities within community settings.
- Support adults to access and progress through community learning opportunities.
- Promote learning opportunities through community engagement activities and events.
- Build positive relationships with learners and partner organisations.
- Support learner progression, wellbeing and achievement.
- Undertake administrative tasks relating to learner attendance, progress and outcomes.
We are looking for individuals who:
- Have experience, skills or specialist knowledge in a practical, creative, wellbeing or community-focused subject area.
- Are passionate about supporting adults to engage with learning.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can work independently and as part of a wider team.
- Have experience of working with diverse communities and learners.
- Are confident using digital systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience delivering workshops within community, educational or adult learning environments would be advantageous.
Whilst the ability to speak Welsh is not essential for the role, we would welcome applications from candidates who can engage with learners through the medium of Welsh.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference within local communities and support adults to achieve their learning goals.
In return, we offer a range of excellent benefits including:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cash health plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Headspace membership
- Reward Gateway employee benefits platform
Please refer to the job description and person specification for full details of the role and requirements.
Additional Information
This position is offered on a fixed-term basis in line with the current funding arrangements for the programme. Ending 31st July 2027.
The closing date for completed applications is 7th September 2026 at 11:59pm.
For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job pack. To find out more about Cardiff and Vale College, visit www.cavc.ac.uk. If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected]
Applications must be submitted using the Cardiff and Vale College application form. The College welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if you would like the interview and assessment process to be conducted in Welsh.
All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.
Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.
Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.
These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
