Vacancies
Internal Vacancies
Cardiff Third Sector Council was set up in 1997 to provide a range of support services and resources to community groups and voluntary organisations, partnerships and networks in Cardiff. Central to our mission is a range of advice and support ranging from governance to finance, volunteering, funding, planning, communication, training, partnership, participation, influencing policy and more.
There are currently no paid vacancies at C3SC, however please see our list of further opportunities to get involved with C3SC below:
The Community Outreach Volunteer role is suitable for anyone with an interest in supporting people in local communities to find opportunities for volunteering, signposting them to C3SC for support, and helping them to find charities and activities in their local community.
You will be provided with induction, support, and training. C3SC is the umbrella charity for Cardiff, and we support all kinds of voluntary action. This is a great opportunity to be a part of the team at C3SC and make a real difference in the community!
General tasks:
- Oversee stalls at drop-in sessions, fairs, and community days at various community locations.
- Support people to find suitable volunteering opportunities
- Signpost people to C3SC for information, advice, and support or to other charities and activities in the community.
If you’d like to discuss volunteering with us please email the team at volunteer@c3sc.org.uk or call us at 07973 725690.
External Vacancies
Paid Positions
If you are a member of Cardiff Third Sector Council and have any staff vacancies you would like to include here, please email the details to enquiries@c3sc.org.uk
There is a fee of £35 for non-member groups and organisations to advertise on this Vacancies page.
The latest advertisements for public appointments in Wales as updated by Welsh Government are as follows:
British Sign Language (BSL) Adviser – Welsh Government (Cais)
Closing date: 02/11/2026
Cynghorydd Iaith Arwyddion Prydain (IAP) –
Dyddiad Cau: 02/11/2026
South Wales Police are looking to expand their team – information as below:
We are currently recruiting for Custody Detention Officers within the South Wales Police area. You will be based at one of the 4 custody suites at Cardiff Bay, Merthyr Tydfil, Bridgend or Swansea.
The Custody Detention Officer role is responsible for assisting in the secure detention, care and welfare of detained persons and their property, in accordance with the powers as detailed in the Police Reform Act 2002, ensuring compliance with the provisions of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
As custody is a 24-hour, 7 day a week business, successful candidates will be required to work a shift pattern covering the business hours. This will involve weekend and night shift working in accordance with the 4 on 4 off pattern of 12 hours shifts; 2 days 0700-1900 hours followed by 2 nights 1900-0700 hours followed by 4 days off.
This is a challenging job where we require unique individuals. Detainee behaviour can be challenging, even volatile, so the perfect candidate for this role will have:
- The ability to handle situations with respect, empathy and understanding
- The ability to remain calm and controlled in a tense environment
- Great communications skills
- Good computer, spelling and grammar skills
- Attention to detail
In return, you will have an immensely satisfying job making a significant contribution to safeguarding the communities of South Wales.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please follow the below link:
Custody Detention Officers (CDO) Campaign October 2026 – Police Jobs Wales
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates are currently underrepresented within the Force, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic applicants. If you would like more information on the opportunities, support offered and the forthcoming recruitment campaign, please contact our Positive Action Team on PositiveAction@south-wales.police.uk
Please see job advert below – Good Neighbours in North Cardiff is looking to recruit an Operational Co-ordinator to join their team:
Operational Co-ordinator Wanted
We’re looking for a friendly, organised, and motivated Operational Co-ordinator to help coordinate our amazing team of volunteers and ensure our clients get the help they need to remain independent in their own home.
What we’re looking for:
- Great communication and people skills
- A knack for planning and problem-solving
- Enthusiasm for our cause and a positive attitude
- Good IT skills
- Own transport to get around North Cardiff
Application Process and Job Description: https://gninc.org.uk/app/uploads/2026/10/Operational-Co-Ordinator-Post-Application-process.docx
Let’s make a difference together!
Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) is recruiting for three roles:
- Community Mental Health Advocate – 35 hour week
- Independent Mental Health Advocate – 37 hour week
- Independent Mental Health Advocate – 24 hour week
Find out more and apply here or/neu yma
Closing date for all applications: Friday 23 October at 5pm.
Forget-me-not Chorus are currently recruiting for the following to join their team:
Vacancy: Director of Development & Communications / Cyfarwyddwr Datblygu a Chyfathrebu
We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser and communications leader to join Forget-me-not Chorus in this senior role.
In this post, you’ll drive our established development and communications work, building on our existing fundraising strategy, relationships and funding programme, and helping to secure the long-term sustainability of our work.
You’ll oversee our annual fundraising programme while leading our communications strategy to help even more people understand the joy, connection, and impact of our singing sessions.
If you bring strong relationship-building skills, excellent proposal writing, and a passion for supporting people living with dementia and their families, we’d love to hear from you.
Location: Home-based in South Wales (with fortnightly team meetings in Cardiff)
Hours: 30 hours per week (Permanent)
Salary: Competitive Director-level salary (pro rata) – see job info for details
Closing date: 9am, Monday 16th November
https://www.forgetmenotchorus.com/were-hiring-director-of-development-communications/
Rydyn ni’n chwilio am arweinydd profiadol ym meysydd codi arian a chyfathrebu i ymuno â Forget-me-not Chorus yn y rôl uwch hon.
Yn y rôl, byddwch chi’n arwain at ein gwaith datblygu a chyfathrebu, gan ddatblygu ein strategaeth codi arian, ein perthnasoedd, a’n rhaglen codi arian bresennol, a helpu i sicrhau cynaliadwyedd hir-dymor ein gwaith.
Byddwch yn goruchwylio ein rhaglen codi arian flynyddol wrth arwain ein strategaeth gyfathrebu i helpu hyd yn oed mwy o bobl i ddeall llawenydd, cysylltiad ac effaith ein sesiynau canu.
Os oes gennych sgiliau cryf wrth feithrin perthnasoedd ac ysgrifennu cynigion, a brwdfrydedd dros gefnogi pobl sy’n byw gyda dementia a’u teuluoedd, hoffem ni glywed gennych.
Lleoliad: Cartref (De Cymru gyda chyfarfodydd tîm wyneb yn wyneb bob pythefnos yng Nghaerdydd
Oriau: 30 awr yr wythnos (Parhaol)
Cyflog: Cyflog lefel-Cyfarwyddwr cystadleuol (pro rata) – gweler manylion y swydd
https://www.forgetmenotchorus.com/were-hiring-director-of-development-communications/
Careers Wales have a range of posts open – details below:
Employability Coach (Welsh Essential) – Careers Wales Connect
Salary: £26,276–£28,256
The starting salary is £26,276
We have a full-time opportunity in Careers Wales Connect (CWC). Full-time is 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The CWC service is open from 9am to 5pm, the postholder will be required to cover these opening hours on a rota basis.
This post is digital so the successful candidate can be based anywhere in Wales. This role will predominantly be working from home, but you will be assigned an office base and will be required to attend an office as required by the business.
Employability Coach, Welsh Essential (Closing Date 04/11/26) – Careers Wales
Anogydd Cyflogadwyedd (Cymraeg yn hanfodol) – Cyswllt/CGC
Cyflog: £26,276–£28,256
Cyflog Cychwynnol £26,276
Mae gennym swydd llawn amser yn ein tîm Cyswllt Gyrfa Cymru (CGC). Oriau gwaith swydd llawn amser yw 37 awr yr wythnos, o ddydd Llun i ddydd Gwener. Mae’r gwasanaeth CGC ar agor o 9yb tan 5yh, felly bydd disgwyl i ddeiliad swydd weithio i gynnal yr oriau agor yma ar sail rota.
Mae’r swydd yn ddigidol, felly gall yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus gael ei l/lleoli unrhyw le yng Nghymru gan y bydd y rol yn golygu gweithio o’r cartref yn bennaf. Bydd deiliad y swydd yn cael ei neilltuo i ganolfan a bydd angen mynychu’r swyddfa yn ôl gofynion y busnes.
Anogydd Cyflogadwyedd, Cymraeg Hanfodol (Dyddiad Cau 04/11/26) – Careers Wales
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Vacancies – Careers Advisers /Trainee Careers Advisers
Full‑time (37 hours) roles available in South East and North East Wales.
- Careers Adviser salary: £32,262 – £37,330 (starting at £32,262).
- Trainee Careers Adviser salary: £30,993.
- Welsh language skills: Essential, skill levels either Intermediate or Advanced
Careers Adviser / Trainee Careers Adviser, Welsh Essential (Closing Date 08/11/26) – Careers Wales
Swyddi Gwag – Cynghorwyr Gyrfa/Cynghorwyr Gyrfa dan Hyfforddiant
Rolau amser llawn (37 awr) ar gael yn Ne Ddwyrain a Gogledd Ddwyrain Cymru
- Cyflog Cynghorydd Gyrfa: £32,262 – £37,330 (gan ddechrau ar £32,262).
- Cyflog Cynghorydd Gyrfa dan Hyfforddiant: £30,993.
- Sgiliau Cymraeg: Hanfodol – lefel sgiliau Canolradd neu Uwch
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Vacancies – Careers/Trainee Careers Advisers
Part‑time (22.2 hours/3 days) role available in Swansea and Full time (37 hours) role available in either Torfaen or the Caerphilly area.
- Careers Adviser salary: £32,262 – £37,330 (starting at £32,262), pro-rata for part time.
- Trainee Careers Adviser salary: £30,993 pro-rata for part time.
- Welsh language skills: Desirable
Careers Advisers /Trainee Careers Advisers, Welsh Desirable (Closing Date 08/11/26) – Careers Wales
Swyddi Gwag – Cynghorwyr Gyrfa/Cynghorwyr Gyrfa dan Hyfforddiant
Rol rhan amser (22.2 awr yr wythnos/3 diwrnod) yn Abertawe ac un amser llawn (37 awr) unai yn ardal Caerffili neu Torfaen
- Cyflog Cynghorydd Gyrfa: £32,262 – £37,330 (gan ddechrau ar £32,262), pro-rata i swydd rhan amser.
- Cyflog Cynghorydd Gyrfa dan Hyfforddiant: £30,993, pro-rata i swydd rhan amser.
- Sgiliau Cymraeg: Delfrydol
You can keep informed of any future vacancies that may be of interest to you by connecting on our Job Site Recruitment – Careers Wales (gov.wales),
Gallwch gadw’n hysbys am unrhyw swyddi gwag yn y dyfodol a allai fod o ddiddordeb i chi trwy gysylltu ar ein Safle Swyddi (https://apply.careerswales.gov.wales/cy), tudalennau cyfryngau cymdeithasol.
Please find details below from Recovery Cymru who are recruiting for a Director to lead their team:
Our new Director will be a visible organisational leader, combining strategic direction with operational leadership, championing our recovery community, model and partnerships.
We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for peer support and recovery communities, combines compassion and integrity with strong leadership skills, and brings their own lived experience, ideas and energy.
Our Connected Recruitment approach seeks to get to know the person behind the application.
Recruitment Information Pack, Job Description and Application Process available on our website www.recoverycymru.org.uk
If you’d like to arrange a conversation or visit to the Recovery Centre before applying, please email recruitment@recoverycymru.org.uk.
Applications close on 2nd December 2026.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or email recruitment@recoverycymru.org.uk
Unpaid Positions
We currently have no unpaid positions to advertise on our webpage from members. However, if you do, please let us know by emailing enquiries@c3sc.org.uk with the advert to promote and share the opportunity.
