Temporary Graduate Governor Support Officer

Job Description

Mae’r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.

RCT Council's Graduate Programme 2026

A Graduate Placement with Award‑Winning RCT Council is a step towards an excellent career.

Making A Difference with RCT Council:
This is an exciting and challenging time for RCT Council as we continue to provide high‑quality services while delivering value for money. The role of local government in shaping the future of local communities is more important than ever. Working in Local Government offers some of the most intellectually stimulating challenges, as we provide services that affect thousands of lives in many different ways.

RCT Council is preparing to recruit to its Graduate Programme, offering fantastic opportunities to work in a vibrant environment, learn new and transferable skills, meet people from a range of backgrounds and develop a professional career in Rhondda Cynon Taf. All Graduate Officers will be supported to complete either a Level 4 Project Management qualification or job‑related technical training (all fully funded) as part of the programme.

The Governor Support Service provides comprehensive training, guidance and assistance for governors across Rhondda Cynon Taf. We remain committed to supporting you in improving outcomes for children in Rhondda Cynon Taf schools by offering high‑quality training, expert advice and practical support. Our aim is to enable you to confidently and effectively fulfil your roles and responsibilities, contributing to strong governance and sustained school improvement across the authority.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. The successful candidate will be exceptionally well organised and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This role is ideally suited to someone who embraces new challenges and is eager to develop a wide range of skills. We are looking to appoint an individual who is adaptable, proactive and committed to continuous improvement.

• A minimum 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.

• The content accurately represents your own experiences and qualifications.
• You can clearly and confidently explain all aspects of your submission.
• Your unique perspective comes through clearly.

Please visit our website for further information on the use of AI tools: RCT Graduate Platform.

Each competency response must be limited to a maximum of 200 words and only your first 200 words for each response will be considered. Any response exceeding this limit may result in the application not being reviewed or shortlisted.

• Tailored induction programme
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Graduate Co‑ordinator
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Financial management scheme
• Subsidised membership fees for Leisure Centres within RCT
• Vivup discount card for businesses

For further information regarding this position, please contact the Employment, Education & Training Team at .

Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council. In addition to this safeguarding responsibility, the successful applicant for this role will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non‑binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.

We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network. An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. As part of the Council’s longer term objectives in relation to the Welsh language and its Workforce…