Conwy employs people straight from school
Meet Adam - Project Team ManagerJoining Conwy's Human Resources Team straight from school gave me a platform to start my career. I have been working for Conwy since 2018 working my way up from an entry level job to a management role. Alongside this, Conwy encouraged and supported my decision to start a BSc Degree in Business Management.
Conwy supports graduate training and development
Meet Sian - Human Resources Business PartnerI joined Conwy straight from university as a Receptionist before moving to Social Care, which was where my HR career began. Conwy supported me to gain the qualifications I needed and provided me with an insight into the HR profession. Today I’m a HR Business Partner. I’m so grateful for the support in the early days of my career, and the support, encouragement and opportunities I continue to receive.
Conwy can help you shape your career goals
Meet Emma - Corporate Modernisation ManagerI joined Conwy’s Social Care Team as an Admin Assistant before moving to Committee Services and then Corporate Services. Conwy ensured I had the tools to progress in project management and supported me to gain qualifications. I now lead Programme and Project Management. I would never have envisioned working in this field had the Council not peaked my interest and supported me to progress.
Conwy supports staff to change career direction
Meet Craig - Information Systems AnalystAfter a successful career as a Senior Manager for over 20 years with Tesco, I decided to pursue a new challenge and career in IT, and so joined the IT Service Desk team with Conwy. In just over a year I progressed to Information Systems Analyst alongside starting a BSc Degree based apprenticeship in Applied Cyber Security, which Conwy both fund and support through work based study time.
Conwy employs and develops skilled tradespeople
Meet Glyn - Carpenter and Response Team LeaderI began working in the Open Spaces team assisting with grave digging and burial duties. With Conwy’s support, I applied for a trade position as a Carpenter, working on small building repairs and maintenance within schools, libraries and depots. I’m now the Response Team Leader. I enjoy helping my team flourish and develop their skills and hopefully they’ll become senior staff themselves someday.
Can Conwy support me by being flexible?
Meet Judith - Library AssistantI joined Conwy’s as a Relief Library Assistant. The job was perfect for me as I had children in school. As they got older, I moved from relief cover into part-time work and have been on courses to help me develop in my role. I’ve recently been promoted to Senior Library Assistant and have been given the opportunity to study part-time for a foundation degree in Library and Information Management.
Conwy is a Disability Confident Employer
Meet Mel – Employment Mentor for the Conwy Employment HubI love working for Conwy, they have given me so many wonderful opportunities! I have quite complex health issues, but I’ve been supported with specialist equipment and additional support to enable me to do my job. I’m thriving here and have even been supported to complete degree level qualifications. I managed a Confidence and Wellbeing project on secondment, which has broadened my knowledge, skills and experience.
Conwy offers career pathways in Social Care
Meet Sue - Business CoordinatorI am proud to have worked in Social Care for nearly 25 years, it has given me the opportunity to progress my career. I have been fortunate to work in a wide range of administrative roles, ranging from Finance, Records Management to Coordinator for Management Services which have supported a number of services within Social Care. I have appreciated the support I have received from my managers and colleagues. I have enjoyed many of the staff benefits on offer, such as working flexibly, annual leave and sickness absence. It has been important to me to know that my work has help me to support the community where I live.
How can I develop a career with social care?
Meet Steph – Deputy Manager for Bwythyn y Ddol Assessment and Intervention Centre
I started working as a relief residential worker for Glan Yr Afon, which is a home for children. In five years, I’ve progressed from relief to Deputy Manager of Bwythyn y Ddol, which is a brand new assessment and intervention residential centre. The skills and experience I developed in the relief role led to me to challenge myself and continue my professional development, and Conwy actively encouraged and supported me to do this.