Colleagues in discussion at an Awen Cultural Trust workplace

People

Discover what it’s like to be part of Awen - whether you’re interested in working with us, volunteering, or becoming a trustee. Explore our values, benefits, and current job opportunities.

Colleagues in discussion at an Awen Cultural Trust workplace

People

Discover what it’s like to be part of Awen - whether you’re interested in working with us, volunteering, or becoming a trustee. Explore our values, benefits, and current job opportunities.

Colleagues in discussion at an Awen Cultural Trust workplace

People

Discover what it’s like to be part of Awen - whether you’re interested in working with us, volunteering, or becoming a trustee. Explore our values, benefits, and current job opportunities.

Our OPPORTUNITIES

View our current job vacancies and apply online. We welcome applicants who share our values – creative, collaborative, empowering and fair – and who share our passion to make people’s lives better.

Close-up of hand writing in an Awen Cultural Trust branded mug
Close-up of hand writing in an Awen Cultural Trust branded mug
Close-up of hand writing in an Awen Cultural Trust branded mug

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

We care about creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels they belong. This commitment begins with our recruitment process.

DISABILITY CONFIDENT LEADER

AGE-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

REAL LIVING WAGE

DISABILITY CONFIDENT LEADER

AGE-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

REAL LIVING WAGE

DISABILITY CONFIDENT LEADER

AGE-FRIENDLY EMPLOYER

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

REAL LIVING WAGE

DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF WORKING AT AWEN

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HALO LEISURE

Sign up for exclusive corporate membership deals providing access to all Halo Leisure facilities, plus additional health and wellbeing activities, across Bridgend County Borough.

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HALO LEISURE

Sign up for exclusive corporate membership deals providing access to all Halo Leisure facilities, plus additional health and wellbeing activities, across Bridgend County Borough.

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HALO LEISURE

Sign up for exclusive corporate membership deals providing access to all Halo Leisure facilities, plus additional health and wellbeing activities, across Bridgend County Borough.

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AWEN-WIDE DISCOUNTS

Enjoy free car parking at Bryngarw Country Park, 20% discount at our cafes (excluding alcohol), 10% off B-Leaf and Wood-B purchases and ad hoc ticket offers at our theatres.

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AWEN-WIDE DISCOUNTS

Enjoy free car parking at Bryngarw Country Park, 20% discount at our cafes (excluding alcohol), 10% off B-Leaf and Wood-B purchases and ad hoc ticket offers at our theatres.

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AWEN-WIDE DISCOUNTS

Enjoy free car parking at Bryngarw Country Park, 20% discount at our cafes (excluding alcohol), 10% off B-Leaf and Wood-B purchases and ad hoc ticket offers at our theatres.

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DISCOUNTS AND SALARY SACRIFICE

Benefit from exclusive money saving deals with over 100 retailers from supermarkets to travel agents and salary sacrifice schemes including Tusker Electric Cars, Refurbished Tech, Cycle to Work and WHA health benefits.

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DISCOUNTS AND SALARY SACRIFICE

Benefit from exclusive money saving deals with over 100 retailers from supermarkets to travel agents and salary sacrifice schemes including Tusker Electric Cars, Refurbished Tech, Cycle to Work and WHA health benefits.

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DISCOUNTS AND SALARY SACRIFICE

Benefit from exclusive money saving deals with over 100 retailers from supermarkets to travel agents and salary sacrifice schemes including Tusker Electric Cars, Refurbished Tech, Cycle to Work and WHA health benefits.

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LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Register with Awen Learn, an online training platform provided by The Charity Learning Consortium, offering around 250 short courses to enhance your personal and professional development.

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LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Register with Awen Learn, an online training platform provided by The Charity Learning Consortium, offering around 250 short courses to enhance your personal and professional development.

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LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

Register with Awen Learn, an online training platform provided by The Charity Learning Consortium, offering around 250 short courses to enhance your personal and professional development.

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HEALTH ASSURED

Receive access to Health Assured, the UK’s largest Employee Assistance Programme, which provides a free and confidential service for employees including counselling, legal advice and financial guidance

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HEALTH ASSURED

Receive access to Health Assured, the UK’s largest Employee Assistance Programme, which provides a free and confidential service for employees including counselling, legal advice and financial guidance

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HEALTH ASSURED

Receive access to Health Assured, the UK’s largest Employee Assistance Programme, which provides a free and confidential service for employees including counselling, legal advice and financial guidance

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PENSION SCHEME

We will match an employee contribution of 6% to our pension scheme with an employer contribution of 6%, offering employees a way to significantly increase their retirement savings.

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PENSION SCHEME

We will match an employee contribution of 6% to our pension scheme with an employer contribution of 6%, offering employees a way to significantly increase their retirement savings.

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PENSION SCHEME

We will match an employee contribution of 6% to our pension scheme with an employer contribution of 6%, offering employees a way to significantly increase their retirement savings.

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ANNUAL LEAVE

We encourage our employees to take a break away from work with a generous 25 days of annual leave pro-rata in addition to the eight bank holidays a year. Employees can purchase up to 15 days additional annual leave.

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ANNUAL LEAVE

We encourage our employees to take a break away from work with a generous 25 days of annual leave pro-rata in addition to the eight bank holidays a year. Employees can purchase up to 15 days additional annual leave.

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ANNUAL LEAVE

We encourage our employees to take a break away from work with a generous 25 days of annual leave pro-rata in addition to the eight bank holidays a year. Employees can purchase up to 15 days additional annual leave.

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FLEXIBLE WORKING

We strive to support flexible working which strike the right balance between an employee’s individual requirements, the nature of the role and the specific needs of the organisation.

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FLEXIBLE WORKING

We strive to support flexible working which strike the right balance between an employee’s individual requirements, the nature of the role and the specific needs of the organisation.

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FLEXIBLE WORKING

We strive to support flexible working which strike the right balance between an employee’s individual requirements, the nature of the role and the specific needs of the organisation.

Our PLEDGES AND AWARDS

  • Age Friendly Award Logo
  • Disability Confident Award Logo
  • Dying to Work Award Logo
  • Equality Pledge Award Logo
  • Fostering Friendly Award Logo
  • Investor in People Silver Award Logo
  • Investor in People Wellbeing Gold Award Logo
  • Investing in Volunteers Award Logo
  • Living Wage Employer Award Logo
  • Menopause Pledge Award Logo
  • Mind - Workplace Wellbeing Award Logo
  • Age Friendly Award Logo
  • Disability Confident Award Logo
  • Dying to Work Award Logo
  • Equality Pledge Award Logo
  • Fostering Friendly Award Logo
  • Investor in People Silver Award Logo
  • Investor in People Wellbeing Gold Award Logo
  • Investing in Volunteers Award Logo
  • Living Wage Employer Award Logo
  • Menopause Pledge Award Logo
  • Mind - Workplace Wellbeing Award Logo

BECOMING A TRUSTEE

Our Board of Trustees offer a wide range of skills, attributes, lived experience and community knowledge, and together provide strong leadership, strategic direction and good governance.

WHAT IS A TRUSTEE?

Trustees ensure charities deliver against their charitable objectives, are financially sustainable, have strong governance and safeguard the name and values of the organisation.

WHAT IS A TRUSTEE?

Trustees ensure charities deliver against their charitable objectives, are financially sustainable, have strong governance and safeguard the name and values of the organisation.

WHAT IS A TRUSTEE?

Trustees ensure charities deliver against their charitable objectives, are financially sustainable, have strong governance and safeguard the name and values of the organisation.

BEING A TRUSTEE

Our Board meetings are held in person, at least quarterly. Most Trustees also sit on a sub-committee or Trading Board. A comprehensive training and induction process is provided.

BEING A TRUSTEE

Our Board meetings are held in person, at least quarterly. Most Trustees also sit on a sub-committee or Trading Board. A comprehensive training and induction process is provided.

BEING A TRUSTEE

Our Board meetings are held in person, at least quarterly. Most Trustees also sit on a sub-committee or Trading Board. A comprehensive training and induction process is provided.

HOW TO APPLY

Our trustee recruitment process is currently closed but if you would like to express an interest about future vacancies, please email enquiries@awen-wales.com.

HOW TO APPLY

Our trustee recruitment process is currently closed but if you would like to express an interest about future vacancies, please email enquiries@awen-wales.com.

HOW TO APPLY

Our trustee recruitment process is currently closed but if you would like to express an interest about future vacancies, please email enquiries@awen-wales.com.

People in meeting discussing trustee opportunities at Awen Cultural Trust
People in meeting discussing trustee opportunities at Awen Cultural Trust
People in meeting discussing trustee opportunities at Awen Cultural Trust
Volunteer wearing high-visibility vest at an Awen Cultural Trust outdoor event
Volunteer wearing high-visibility vest at an Awen Cultural Trust outdoor event
Volunteer wearing high-visibility vest at an Awen Cultural Trust outdoor event

VOLUNTEERING

As a registered charity, we rely on the dedication and support of our volunteers, who kindly offer their time and skills across the organisation

VOLUNTEERING ROLES

From working front-of-house at one of our theatres, to supporting our ranger team at Bryngarw Country Park, or getting involved in a heritage or library activity, there are roles to suit all interests

VOLUNTEERING ROLES

From working front-of-house at one of our theatres, to supporting our ranger team at Bryngarw Country Park, or getting involved in a heritage or library activity, there are roles to suit all interests

VOLUNTEERING ROLES

From working front-of-house at one of our theatres, to supporting our ranger team at Bryngarw Country Park, or getting involved in a heritage or library activity, there are roles to suit all interests

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Volunteering is a rewarding experience. Volunteers meet new friends, learn new skills, gain practical experience and achieve a strong sense of personal satisfaction.

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Volunteering is a rewarding experience. Volunteers meet new friends, learn new skills, gain practical experience and achieve a strong sense of personal satisfaction.

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

Volunteering is a rewarding experience. Volunteers meet new friends, learn new skills, gain practical experience and achieve a strong sense of personal satisfaction.

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT PROCESS

If you are interested in supporting your local community, drop us a line or complete the enquiry form and we will be in touch to arrange a trial shift.

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT PROCESS

If you are interested in supporting your local community, drop us a line or complete the enquiry form and we will be in touch to arrange a trial shift.

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT PROCESS

If you are interested in supporting your local community, drop us a line or complete the enquiry form and we will be in touch to arrange a trial shift.