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We have been able, through the Government's new job creation initiative (Future Jobs Fund) in conjunction with Carmarthen County Council's programme, been able to secure funding to create four posts for 6 months at our new office on Trinity University College's campus in Carmarthen.
The posts are for:
a. Outreach and Volunteers Assistant (2 posts)
Responsible for setting up a database of third sector and voluntary groups in Carmarthenshire, then contacting and liaising with the groups to raise awareness of our services (available bilingually), make presentations at meetings of groups, as well as highlighting the Volunteering opportunities available within Dyslecsia Cymru / Wales Dyslexia.
b. Dyslexia in the Business Community Assistant
Tasks and role similar to the above, but in addition, contacting local companies and businesses to heighten both employer and employee awareness of the advice we can offer them on dyslexia issues in the workplace. This can cover the legal implications/regulations, funding to support the dyslexic employee, and about Dyslexia and the Disability Discrimination Act. The assistant will also make arrangements for screening tests to be carried out, where requested, through our trained screeners.
c. Newsletter Assistant
Responsible for contacting individuals who can contribute articles to our bi-monthly newsletter, which is distributed electronically to our mailing group or any individual who wishes to download the latest edition from our website.
These articles once collected, will be forwarded to the Newsletter Editor for inclusion and editing, where appropriate.
These posts are for young people and adults aged between 18 - 24 years of age, who have been unemployed for 26 weeks.
To obtain further information, contact Michael Davies (Chief Executive) at llechryd1@btconnect.com on 01239 682849 or direct to Carmarthen Job Plus office.