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Green Careers Pathway is a new project designed to connect people, employers, and partners with the opportunities created by the shift to a net-zero economy.

Apply here <a href="https://ccha.org.uk/get-into-housing/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Get Into Housing - Cardiff Community Housing Association</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;CHHIP-extra Cohort February 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;- Recruitment: 22 Dec 2025 – 18 Jan 2026&nbsp;- Interviews: 19 Jan – 01 Feb 2026&nbsp;- Onboarding: 02 – 22 Feb 2026&nbsp;- Placement: 23 Feb – 15 Jun 2026&nbsp;Cohort 1: April 2026&nbsp;- Recruitment: 11 Feb – 10 Mar 2026&nbsp;- Interviews: 11 – 24 Mar 2026&nbsp;- Onboarding: 25 Mar – 14 Apr 2026&nbsp;- Placement: 15 Apr – 05 Aug 2026&nbsp;Cohort 2: August 2026&nbsp;- Recruitment: 03 Jun – 30 Jun 2026&nbsp;- Interviews: 01 – 14 Jul 2026&nbsp;- Onboarding: 15 Jul – 04 Aug 2026&nbsp;- Placement: 05 Aug – 25 Nov 2026&nbsp;Cohort 3: November 2026&nbsp;- Recruitment: 23 Sep – 20 Oct 2026&nbsp;- Interviews: 21 Oct – 03 Nov 2026&nbsp;- Onboarding: 04 – 24 Nov 2026&nbsp;- Placement: 25 Nov 2026 – 17 Mar 2027

Get Into Housing - Cardiff Community Housing Association 

Where Does This Role Fit In?&nbsp;&nbsp;As Sustainability Apprentice,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;be part of&nbsp;our&nbsp;Sustainability team.&nbsp;Alongside the team,&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;be working closely with colleagues from across the business,&nbsp;supporting them&nbsp;in relation to their sustainability and utilities journey.&nbsp;&nbsp;What skills and experience do you need?&nbsp;<ul><li>Analytical mindset&nbsp;– Enjoys working with numbers and interpreting data&nbsp;</li><li>Confidence to challenge&nbsp;– Comfortable questioning data and checking accuracy&nbsp;</li><li>Attention to detail&nbsp;– Able to work methodically with multiple data sources&nbsp;</li><li>Enthusiastic, can-do mindset&nbsp;– Enjoys tackling challenges and finding practical solutions&nbsp;</li><li>Eager to learn and be part of a team&nbsp;– Keen to develop skills and support others&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;What are the pay and benefits?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Time off and Flexibility &nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Hybrid role based in Cardiff, Newport, or Swansea. Your role will involve working throughout South Wales.&nbsp;</li><li>Working days are&nbsp;predominately Monday&nbsp;to Friday,&nbsp;option&nbsp;to work compressed&nbsp;9 day&nbsp;fortnight.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>26 days holiday, plus Bank holidays. Rising to 31 days with an extra day for each full year of service.&nbsp;</li><li>Maternity &amp; Adoption Leave: 20 weeks.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Paternity Leave: 3 weeks.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Money and Pensions&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>The&nbsp;exact&nbsp;salary for this role is £23,490.04&nbsp;for a&nbsp;37 hour,&nbsp;18&nbsp;month&nbsp;fixed term position.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Pension Choices: Defined Contribution (DC) Scheme with matched contributions up to 10%.&nbsp;Or, Defined Benefit (DB) 1/80th&nbsp;of final salary for every year of service.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>3 x Life Cover linked to pension membership&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Saving scheme with competitive interest rate&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Give As You Earn scheme for tax efficient charity donations&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>From 1st&nbsp;April 2026 the&nbsp;option&nbsp;to be either weekly or monthly paid.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Your Wellbeing&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Sick Pay, rising with length of service up to 6 months full pay after 4 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Eyecare: Up to £100 reimbursement towards eye tests and glasses.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Free counselling, coaching, wellbeing team, and OH service to all colleagues&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Annual Health Check&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Health Cash Plan&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Getting Around&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Salary sacrifice Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme (subject to eligibility)&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Cycle to Work Scheme&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Your Development&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Includes studying the Level 3 Diploma in Energy &amp; Carbon Management with monthly support and two workshops linked to your chosen units.&nbsp;</li><li>Continuous professional training and development&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Leadership development programmes&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Professional memberships needed for your role are reimbursed&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Career coaching&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Support with funding and time for qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>Perks &amp; Recognition&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>Long Service Awards&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Blue Light Card Eligibility giving discounts at 15,000 brands. &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Colleague Discount platform.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;FREDIE&nbsp;&nbsp;At&nbsp;Pobl&nbsp;Group we are guided, in all that we do, by a group of principles that we call FREDIE, these are: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. This means that whatever your background, you will have an equal opportunity at&nbsp;Pobl&nbsp;Group&nbsp;and we encourage you to apply now.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How do you apply? &nbsp;If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm required to be our next difference maker, please follow the prompts to apply now. We just need an&nbsp;up to date&nbsp;CV, short/ focused cover letter along with a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you. &nbsp;&nbsp;We just need an&nbsp;up to date&nbsp;CV and either a short/ focused cover letter or video of no more than five minutes explaining why you feel your suitable for the role.&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;also need a few contact details so that we can get back in touch with you. &nbsp;&nbsp;Shortlisting:&nbsp;We’ll&nbsp;be reviewing applications in the week beginning 12th January 2026, after we return from the Christmas break.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interview dates:&nbsp;Monday 19th January 2026 in Newport&nbsp;Tuesday&nbsp;20th&nbsp;January 2026 in Swansea&nbsp;&nbsp;What to expect:&nbsp;A&nbsp;numeracy and&nbsp;logical assessment&nbsp;prior to interview&nbsp;followed by a&nbsp;data task and&nbsp;panel interview&nbsp;on the day&nbsp;which will be an opportunity to find out a bit more about you as a&nbsp;person&nbsp;and your interests and passions related&nbsp;to&nbsp;sustainability.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may&nbsp;require&nbsp;to support you to application process, please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:group.talent@poblgroup.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">group.talent@poblgroup.co.uk</a>&nbsp;or 0300 3735262 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Who are&nbsp;Pobl&nbsp;Group? &nbsp;Pobl&nbsp;is a leading provider of housing, care, and support services. Following our merger with Linc Cymru, we have ambitious plans to grow and develop more affordable homes in the coming years. To make these plans a reality, we need to ensure our investments are financially sound and strategically aligned. &nbsp;

Thank you for expressing your interest in the Youth Voice Opportunity. One of our event planning team will be in touch with you soon to provide further information.

We’re&nbsp;inviting passionate and creative young people to play a key role in shaping and delivering our upcoming&nbsp;Green Careers Pathway Launch Event&nbsp;on the 22nd January in Newport . This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience, build your confidence, and have your voice heard in a high-profile community event.&nbsp; 🧩&nbsp;Roles Available&nbsp;You can get involved in a variety of exciting ways:&nbsp; <ul><li>📸&nbsp;Event Photographer&nbsp;– Capture the energy and moments of the day&nbsp;</li><li>🎤&nbsp;Youth Panel Member&nbsp;– Share your views and experiences on stage&nbsp;</li><li>🪑&nbsp;Vice Chair&nbsp;– Co-host the event alongside our Head of Social Value, Sam&nbsp;Howells</li><li>🗣️&nbsp;Table Facilitator&nbsp;– Support guests in making pledges and engaging in discussions&nbsp;</li><li>🌱&nbsp;Green Careers Stand Assistant&nbsp;– Help young attendees sign up and explore green career pathways with our team&nbsp;</li></ul>🗓️&nbsp;What’s Involved&nbsp;<ul><li>Join our&nbsp;weekly planning group on Teams every Monday&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Take part in&nbsp;media training and panel rehearsal sessions&nbsp;</li><li>Be available on the&nbsp;event day from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM&nbsp;22nd of January </li></ul>📍&nbsp;How to Get Involved&nbsp;<ul><li>Register your interest on Plinth&nbsp;</li><li>Let your&nbsp;coach know&nbsp;so they can connect you with the event planning team&nbsp;and express your interest here .</li></ul>This is your chance to be part of something meaningful, meet inspiring professionals, and help shape the future of green careers in your community.&nbsp;This opportunity is open to both Newport and Swansea young people .

 Youth Voices Opportunity – Green Careers Launch Event

Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity! We’re offering fully funded online courses through High Speed Training as part of our Green Careers Pathways programme, designed to help you develop new skills and boost your employability. Key Details:<ul><li>Provider: High Speed Training</li><li>Cost: Fully funded (no cost to participants)</li><li>Delivery: Online</li><li>Duration: Flexible, depending on the course selected</li></ul> If you’re interested, please complete our Registration of Interest Form here: 👉<a href="https://www.highspeedtraining.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.highspeedtraining.co.uk</a> <h3>Popular Courses</h3><ul><li>Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering</li><li>Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety in Catering</li><li>Asbestos Awareness (Category A)</li><li>Designated Safeguarding Lead (Level 3)</li><li>Manual Handling Training</li></ul><h3>Other Categories</h3><ul><li>Food Hygiene</li><li>Health and Safety</li><li>Safeguarding</li><li>HACCP</li><li>First Aid</li><li>Education</li><li>Asbestos Awareness</li><li>Fire Safety</li><li>Mental Health</li><li>Health and Social Care</li><li>Business Essentials</li><li>City &amp; Guilds Assured</li></ul> Once you’ve registered, one of our Coach or Placement Facilitators will contact you to guide you through the next steps.

Fully Funded Online Courses – Part of Our Green Careers Pathways Programme

Thank you for signing up for the Green Champions Youth Board. We’re excited to have you join us.One of our Green Careers Coaches, Placement Facilitators, or Community Development Facilitator will be in touch with you shortly with further details.

🌱&nbsp;Youth Leadership Opportunity: Help Shape Green Careers in Wales&nbsp;Are you aged 16–30, passionate about sustainability, and ready to influence how green careers are developed across Wales?&nbsp;We’re&nbsp;looking for young people to join the&nbsp;Green Champions Youth Board,&nbsp;a&nbsp;core part of the Green Careers project,&nbsp;and represent youth voices across three key levels of engagement:&nbsp; Green Champions Youth Board (Ongoing)&nbsp; Purpose:&nbsp;<ul><li>Shape programme design&nbsp;</li><li>Lead campaigns and awareness raising&nbsp;</li><li>Provide scrutiny and feedback (e.g., through reports to Public Services Boards)&nbsp;</li></ul>Structure:&nbsp; <ul><li>Suggested size: 8–12 young people&nbsp;</li><li>Supported by youth engagement staff&nbsp;</li><li>Includes at least one rotating Youth Board Rep with support to present and contribute to external meetings&nbsp;below&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;🔹&nbsp;External steering&nbsp;group board&nbsp;&nbsp;Represent youth perspectives at a national level alongside senior decision-makers from Welsh Government, education, industry, housing, and environmental organisations.&nbsp;&nbsp;🔹&nbsp;Locality Meetings in Swansea and Newport&nbsp;Engage with local partners to shape green career opportunities in your community and ensure regional relevance.&nbsp;&nbsp;💡&nbsp;What&nbsp;you’ll&nbsp;gain:&nbsp;🌍&nbsp;A platform to influence real change&nbsp;🤝&nbsp;Connections with professionals and leaders across sectors&nbsp;📚&nbsp;Insight into how government, business, and education collaborate&nbsp;💬&nbsp;confidence&nbsp;in sharing your ideas and&nbsp;representing youth perspectives&nbsp;<img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAYAAAAfFcSJAAAAAXNSR0IArs4c6QAAAARnQU1BAACxjwv8YQUAAAAJcEhZcwAADsMAAA7DAcdvqGQAAAANSURBVBhXY2BgYGAAAAAFAAGKM+MAAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC" alt="Shape">&nbsp;👥&nbsp;Who&nbsp;we’re&nbsp;looking for:&nbsp;✅&nbsp;Aged 16–30&nbsp;and living in&nbsp;Newport or Swansea&nbsp;✅&nbsp;Passionate about sustainability, the environment, or future careers&nbsp;✅&nbsp;Keen to share ideas and represent young people locally and nationally&nbsp;✅&nbsp;Open-minded, positive, and ready to learn&nbsp;✅&nbsp;We actively encourage applications from young people who are:&nbsp;•&nbsp;Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds&nbsp;•&nbsp;Disabled or neurodivergent&nbsp;•&nbsp;Women&nbsp;&nbsp;•&nbsp;From underrepresented or marginalised communities&nbsp;<img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAYAAAAfFcSJAAAAAXNSR0IArs4c6QAAAARnQU1BAACxjwv8YQUAAAAJcEhZcwAADsMAAA7DAcdvqGQAAAANSURBVBhXY2BgYGAAAAAFAAGKM+MAAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC" alt="Shape">&nbsp;📅&nbsp;Additional&nbsp;Details&nbsp;to&nbsp;be added&nbsp;to&nbsp;Plinth:&nbsp;🗓️&nbsp;Dates:&nbsp;monthly and quarterly meetings&nbsp;&nbsp;📍&nbsp;Locations:&nbsp;multiple venues&nbsp;at either Swansea or Newport&nbsp;&nbsp;💬&nbsp;Support: Pre-meeting briefing and mentoring provided&nbsp;<img src="data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABCAYAAAAfFcSJAAAAAXNSR0IArs4c6QAAAARnQU1BAACxjwv8YQUAAAAJcEhZcwAADsMAAA7DAcdvqGQAAAANSURBVBhXY2BgYGAAAAAFAAGKM+MAAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC" alt="Shape">&nbsp;This is a unique opportunity to make sure young people’s voices are heard at every level&nbsp;from local communities&nbsp;to national strategy in shaping&nbsp;Wales's&nbsp;green future.&nbsp;👉&nbsp;To express your interest, please contact&nbsp;your&nbsp;Green&nbsp;Careers&nbsp;coach&nbsp;,&nbsp;placement&nbsp;or community&nbsp;facilitator&nbsp;&nbsp;

🌱 Green Careers Project Launch Event📅 22nd January 2026🕟 4:30pm – 7:00pm (Arrivals from 4:00pm)📍 The House Stow Hill&nbsp;🍴 Food included You’re invited to the official launch of the Green Careers Project — connecting employers, young people, and community partners to champion inclusive pathways into the green sector. ✨ Why Attend?<ul><li>Hear how barriers are being overcome and the skills gap addressed in green careers</li><li>Learn how inclusive recruitment can open doors</li><li>Network with contractors, partners, and funders</li><li>Be part of shaping a Net Zero Wales</li><li> </li></ul>👉 Please RSVP here by confirming your details&nbsp;to accept your invitation and reserve your free place! 👉If you would like to host a stand at the event, please email michelle.impani@poblgroup.co.uk.