Young Carers Apprentice

Salary
Apprenticeship Rates or National Minimum Wage dependent on age

Contractual hours
37

Basis
Apprenticeship

Package
Fixed term for 2 years

Job category/type
Apprenticeship, Children Social Services

Date posted
12/06/2026

Job reference
REQ006383

Fixed term for 2 years

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Young Carers Team within Care and Support and Disabled Children’s Services as an apprentice. Working in a supportive and rewarding environment, you’ll help deliver activities and services that make a real difference to the lives of young carers across Torfaen.

In this varied role, you’ll support the delivery of group sessions, wellbeing activities and outreach work, helping to create safe, inclusive environments where young carers can connect, build confidence and access support. You’ll also assist with awareness\-raising in schools and communities, work with partner organisations, and contribute to maintaining accurate records and service delivery.

We are looking for individuals with a positive and empathetic approach, strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. Whether you are starting your career or looking to retrain, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical skills, gain valuable experience within children’s services, and complete a recognised apprenticeship qualification. Lived experience of caring responsibilities is welcomed but not essential.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Salli Moreton, Career Development and Apprenticeship Lead on 01633 647271 \- or via email salli.moreton@torfaen.gov.uk

You must demonstrate how you meet the Essential criteria listed in the attached Person Specification in order to secure an interview: How to apply Guidance for applicants Torfaen County Borough Council. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974\. A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all successful applicants, which will include an Enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. *Torfaen County Borough Council strives to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment. We value the range of experiences that a diverse workforce brings and therefore we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and under\-represented groups.* Welsh Language Skills are desirable for this post but not essential. You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

We are a registered Disability Confident Leader and are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. Our Guaranteed Interview scheme guarantees that people with disabilities will be invited to interview, so long as they meet the essential requirements for the role. If you have a health condition, are neurodivergent, or use British sign language, and need to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the recruiting manager. We can only work with you to arrange adjustments if we are made aware of your requirements prior to your application submission, test or interview. Please ensure that you only apply for this position via Torfaen Council’s vacancies website. CVs and applications submitted to any other websites are not received by us.

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