Placement and Training Officer
Job description
Contract: Fixed Term 31/06/2026 (Grant Funded)
Location of post: Cwmavon Library
About the role:
We are currently seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic and flexible individual to join our team as a Placement and Training Officer within the new Trailblazer Project.
The Trailblazer Programme is an ambitious, multi-agency initiative led by Neath Port Talbot Council to reduce economic inactivity and improve wellbeing across our communities. We're currently delivering innovative projects in our Opportunity Hubs and outreach locations, working alongside health professionals, training providers, and employers to help people overcome complex barriers to work. From supporting residents with mental health and long-term health conditions, to tackling digital exclusion, housing instability, and low confidence, we're at the forefront of creating tailored, life-changing solutions that make a genuine difference in people's lives.
You'll be joining a passionate, supportive, and forward-thinking team who believe in the power of collaboration and kindness to achieve lasting results. We celebrate success together, share knowledge openly, and are driven by the positive impact we see every day.
As a Placement and Training Officer you will to:
1. Coordinate high-quality training, work experience, and placement opportunities for participants facing barriers to employment
2. Work closely with employers, training providers, and the Trailblazer Team to design personalised, inclusive pathways into sustainable work
3. Support participants to develop skills, confidence, and qualifications that match their goals and the needs of the labour market
4. Ensure training and placement environments are safe, accessible, and inclusive, with adjustments in place where required
5. Champion equality and inclusion by working with employers and providers to remove barriers and promote fair access
Your daily routine will to:
6. Engage with employers and providers to broker placements and training opportunities
7. Match participants to appropriate training and placements tailored to their needs and goals
8. Monitor progress and provide support to participants throughout their training and placements
9. Coordinate with colleagues and partners to deliver wraparound support.
10. Maintain accurate records and monitor outcomes against Trailblazer requirements
11. Promote equality, inclusion, and good practice across all placement and training activity
Do you have:
12. Experience supporting individuals with complex barriers, such as health conditions, disabilities, or long-term unemployment?
13. A track record of employer engagement and coordinating placements or training opportunities?
14. Knowledge of vocational training, qualifications, and local labour market trends?
15. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills?
16. The ability to work in a person-centred, empathetic, and inclusive way?
17. A full driving licence and access to transport?
We would welcome applications from those with experience in roles such as:
18. Training or Placement Coordinator
19. Careers Adviser or Employability Coach
20. Employer Engagement or Recruitment Officer
21. Community Learning or Skills Development Officer
22. Support Worker specialising in disability or health-related employment
About us:
We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues' efforts and achievements. We also believe that there's life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.
Choose to work for us and you'll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.
23. Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
24. Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
25. Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years' service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
26. Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
27. Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
28. Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
29. Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.
If you would like to start a rewarding career with a company that values and invests in its employees and you have the necessary experience and qualifications, this could be your dream job and we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion,