Advice Worker

Posted 10 days 17 hours ago by Gypsies and Travellers Wales

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description

Location: Hybrid Covering Pembrokeshire, Powys, Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion Salary: £26,000 p.a. pro rata Contract: Permanent (subject to funding) Hours Available:

1x Full-time (37 hrs/week) Covering Pembrokeshire

1x Full-Time (37 hours per week) covering Powys

1 x Part-time (22.5 hrs/week) Covering Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion

About the Role

Are you committed to making a positive difference? We are looking for passionate and skilled Advice Workers to support Gypsies and Travellers in accessing their rights, entitlements, and essential services.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice on welfare benefits, housing, debt, employment, education

Deliver support through drop-in sessions, phone calls, and outreach appointments

Advocate for individuals and liaise with external agencies on their behalf

Maintain case records and contribute to policy development

What We re Looking For

Experience:

At least 1 year in advice work (or equivalent)

Knowledge: Welfare benefits, housing rights, social welfare issues

Skills: Strong communication, IT proficiency, and case management

Values: A commitment to inclusion, equality, and empowerment

Desirable: Awareness of Gypsy and Traveller communities & ability to communicate in Welsh or a relevant language

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience of the issues affecting Gypsy and Traveller communities.