Vale Employability

08/09/2026

📸 A few snaps from last month’s ‘Discover Your Next Steps’ event!

We brought several organisations together under one roof to offer advice, guidance and support to school leavers and anyone who had received their results but wasn’t sure what to do next. 🎓✨

Missed the event or still unsure about your next steps? We’re here to help! 💙

📍 Pop into The Pod, anytime Monday - Friday, 10am - 3pm, and our friendly team will be on hand to offer support and guidance!

08/09/2026

🌸📚 Create Your Very Own Book Bouquet! 📚🌸

Get creative and learn how to turn upcycled books and fresh flowers into your very own beautiful book bouquet holder – a unique masterpiece to keep and display at home!

✨ All materials provided ☕ Complimentary hot drinks 💚 Completely FREE!

Ready to get creative? Click the link to book your place! 👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/qGs8nmuRbw

07/09/2026

💼 Want to get work ready?

Join our 5-week Career Preparation Course and build the skills you need to take your next step! 🙌
✨ CV & application support 🎤 Interview preparation 💬 Communication skills

📅 Starting 22nd September | 10am - 12pm
📍 The Pod, Golau Caredig, Barry, CF62 7AZ
🔗 To book your place, click the link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/cYQS7a8ak5

04/09/2026

🛍️ Interested in a career in Retail?

Join our Info Session on 21st September, from 10am at The Pod! 📍

Discover local job opportunities, explore careers in retail and find out about qualifications and support available. 🙌

🔗 To book your place, click the link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/iUmv5g5PPU

04/09/2026

03/09/2026

📚✨ Learning & Careers Fair – Adult Learners’ Week ✨📚

Looking to learn something new, gain qualifications, explore career opportunities, or access support and advice? Join us at the Learning & Careers Fair during Adult Learners’ Week!

📅 Wednesday 23rd September
⏰ 10am – 12:30pm 🤫 Quiet Hour: 10am – 11am
📍 Barry Library, King Square, Barry

Come along and meet a wide range of organisations and employers offering information and guidance on learning, training, skills, qualifications, health and wellbeing, and current job vacancies.

No booking required – just drop in and see what's on offer. We look forward to seeing you there! 🙌

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

✨ Something NEW has arrived! ✨

Have you spotted our new branding? 👀 Welcome to Vale Employability! 💙

We’ve brought Communities for Work Plus, CELT+ and two brand-new programmes together under one umbrella - giving you one team, one point of contact and even more support for residents across the Vale of Glamorgan.

Want to contact us?
📞 01446 709432
📧 [email protected]
💬 Send us a DM or drop into The Pod for face-to-face support

Want to self-refer or make a referral?
🖇️ https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/JGWi6FzjE6