Welsh Govt invests £655,000 to train next generation of housing workers

The Welsh Government has pledged £655,000 to train new housing workers in Wales, aiming to address the shortage of skilled professionals in housing, construction and retrofit. 

The funding will provide training programmes and paid work placements organised by social housing groups and professionals. 

More than 100 young people will be supported into green careers, with a focus on women, disabled people and people from ethnic minority backgrounds. 

A new accredited training model for social housing professionals is also planned.

Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government Jayne Bryant, said: “Delivering more affordable, low-carbon homes for the people of Wales has been a priority for this Government. 

“To do this, Wales needs a skilled and sustainable workforce and that is why I am so pleased that today’s investment will help create real opportunities for young people and underrepresented groups to enter the housing sector, while ensuring we have the professionals needed to meet our housing needs.”

Minister for Culture, Skills and Social Partnership Jack Sargeant, said: “Skills are the foundation of a stronger Wales. 

“This investment opens doors for young people – particularly those who have historically been underrepresented in the sector – giving them the tools to build real careers while helping us deliver the affordable, green homes that communities across Wales deserve.”