Project Worker - Young People
| Posting date: | 19 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,072 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 February 2026 |
| Location: | Merthyr, CF47 8DP |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Codi Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 509635 |
Summary
A full-time Project Worker in a Young Persons Supported Housing Service in Merthyr Tydfil. You will be required to work predominantly Monday – Friday, with flexibility required for the service needs.
Who are Codi Group?
Codi is a not-for-profit with a big heart and an even bigger mission. As Wales’ largest provider of housing, care, and support, we’re here to help people live well, feel supported, and rise to their full potential.
Every day, our teams support nearly 17,000 individuals across Wales with services that make a real and uplifting difference to their everyday lives.
Our name says it all: ‘Codi’ means rise in Welsh. It reflects who we are, where we come from, and our ambition to lift expectations, lift communities, and lift each other.
About the role
This is a Project Worker role based in our Young Persons Supported accommodation Service, Merthyr Tydfil. Working with the Manager, we have a team of Scheme Support officers and Project Workers, providing 24/7 Support to our diverse group of young customers.
Working in a team, you will provide support to a range of young people (16-35) with various needs. As part of the service providing emergency accommodation, it also helps our customers gain independence through developing tenancy management skills, to help equip them for independent living.
Skills and Experience Needed
Relevant work experience and knowledge of issues relating to vulnerable people is essential.
A driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for the role.
More important are;
A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible
An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people’s lives
A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player
Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
Full list of duties and can found on the Job description.
Values
At Codi, our values are Compassionate, Authentic, and Progressive. When you join us, you’ll embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.
Pay and Pensions -
£26,072.00
Sleep-in rate: £62.64 per 8 hour shift
Pension Choices:
Defined Contribution (DC) Scheme with matched contributions up to 10%. Or,
Defined Benefit (DB) 1/80th of final salary for every year of service.
3 x Life Cover linked to pension membership
Saving scheme with competitive interest rate
Give As You Earn scheme for tax efficient charity donations
From 1st April 2026 the option to be either weekly or monthly paid.
Time off and Flexibility -
26 days holiday, pro rata entitlement plus Bank holidays. Rising to 27 days after 1 years service or cash equivalent of 1 days’ annual leave.
Maternity & Adoption Leave: 20 weeks
Paternity Leave: 3 weeks
Wellbeing -
Sick Pay, rising with length of service up to 6 months full pay after 4 years.
Eyecare: Up to £100 reimbursement towards eye tests and glasses.
Free counselling, coaching, wellbeing team, and OH service to all colleagues
Annual Health Check
Health Cash Plan
Getting Around -
Mileage paid at 45p plus 5P per passenger per mile
Cycle to Work Scheme
Personal Development -
Continuous professional training and development
Leadership development programmes
Professional memberships needed for your role are reimbursed
Career coaching
Support with funding and time for qualifications
Perks and Recognition -
Long Service Awards
Blue Light Card Eligibility giving discounts at 15,000 brands.
Colleague Discount platform
At Codi 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 to rise with us and we encourage you to apply now.
If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact support.talent@codigroup.co.uk or 0300 373 5262
How do you apply?
If you have the skills and experience required, please follow the prompts to apply now. We occasionally close a vacancy before the end date as we actively review our applications and will sometimes progress to interview very quickly.
If you’re shortlisted, you’ll take a short online values assessment (under 10 minutes) before you book an interview slot to attend the in-person interview. It helps us learn more about you and what drives you. Our colleagues make our services exceptional, and we’re looking for people who’ll feel at home with us.
Who are Codi Group?
Codi is a not-for-profit with a big heart and an even bigger mission. As Wales’ largest provider of housing, care, and support, we’re here to help people live well, feel supported, and rise to their full potential.
Every day, our teams support nearly 17,000 individuals across Wales with services that make a real and uplifting difference to their everyday lives.
Our name says it all: ‘Codi’ means rise in Welsh. It reflects who we are, where we come from, and our ambition to lift expectations, lift communities, and lift each other.
About the role
This is a Project Worker role based in our Young Persons Supported accommodation Service, Merthyr Tydfil. Working with the Manager, we have a team of Scheme Support officers and Project Workers, providing 24/7 Support to our diverse group of young customers.
Working in a team, you will provide support to a range of young people (16-35) with various needs. As part of the service providing emergency accommodation, it also helps our customers gain independence through developing tenancy management skills, to help equip them for independent living.
Skills and Experience Needed
Relevant work experience and knowledge of issues relating to vulnerable people is essential.
A driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for the role.
More important are;
A passion to work with and enable people to live as independent a life as possible
An enthusiasm and passion for making a difference to people’s lives
A strong initiative and ability to work alone as well as being a great team player
Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
Full list of duties and can found on the Job description.
Values
At Codi, our values are Compassionate, Authentic, and Progressive. When you join us, you’ll embrace these principles and thrive in an environment shaped by them.
Pay and Pensions -
£26,072.00
Sleep-in rate: £62.64 per 8 hour shift
Pension Choices:
Defined Contribution (DC) Scheme with matched contributions up to 10%. Or,
Defined Benefit (DB) 1/80th of final salary for every year of service.
3 x Life Cover linked to pension membership
Saving scheme with competitive interest rate
Give As You Earn scheme for tax efficient charity donations
From 1st April 2026 the option to be either weekly or monthly paid.
Time off and Flexibility -
26 days holiday, pro rata entitlement plus Bank holidays. Rising to 27 days after 1 years service or cash equivalent of 1 days’ annual leave.
Maternity & Adoption Leave: 20 weeks
Paternity Leave: 3 weeks
Wellbeing -
Sick Pay, rising with length of service up to 6 months full pay after 4 years.
Eyecare: Up to £100 reimbursement towards eye tests and glasses.
Free counselling, coaching, wellbeing team, and OH service to all colleagues
Annual Health Check
Health Cash Plan
Getting Around -
Mileage paid at 45p plus 5P per passenger per mile
Cycle to Work Scheme
Personal Development -
Continuous professional training and development
Leadership development programmes
Professional memberships needed for your role are reimbursed
Career coaching
Support with funding and time for qualifications
Perks and Recognition -
Long Service Awards
Blue Light Card Eligibility giving discounts at 15,000 brands.
Colleague Discount platform
At Codi 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 to rise with us and we encourage you to apply now.
If you would like any support with your application or to discuss any adjustments that you may require to support you to application process, please contact support.talent@codigroup.co.uk or 0300 373 5262
How do you apply?
If you have the skills and experience required, please follow the prompts to apply now. We occasionally close a vacancy before the end date as we actively review our applications and will sometimes progress to interview very quickly.
If you’re shortlisted, you’ll take a short online values assessment (under 10 minutes) before you book an interview slot to attend the in-person interview. It helps us learn more about you and what drives you. Our colleagues make our services exceptional, and we’re looking for people who’ll feel at home with us.