ACT is set to park up careers trailer in Cardiff on GCSE results day

The largest training provider in Wales, ACT is hitting the streets of Cardiff on Thursday, August 21 with an educational trailer aimed at 16–19-year-olds exploring their next career steps.

ACT will be bringing their Jobs Growth Wales+ programme to the heart of the city, parking up a trailer at The Hayes (near the Cosy Club entrance) from 9am to 4pm.

The trailer will be packed with information and activities designed to support and inspire young people on their career journey. Passersby can even try their hand at live paediatric and canine first aid demonstrations.

ACT staff will be on hand on the day to talk about their wide range of training and employment opportunities. A special focus will be placed on the Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) programme,

which helps young people aged 16–19 develop skills, gain qualifications, and move into work, apprenticeships or further learning.

Visitors can find out more about JGW+ pathways including a new digital offer, where learners can explore areas such as web development, graphic design and gaming.

They can also learn about a new specialist Construction Core Level 2 qualification being introduced in September, where learners will attend the centre in Cardiff one day per week and spend the remaining four days on work placement. The course is fully funded through JGW+, and learners will receive attendance payments, a meal allowance and travel reimbursement.

Head of Youth Engagement & Training at Jobs Growth Wales+, Leon Patnett, said: “We know GCSE Results Day can be a big moment for young people. We’re here to help celebrate achievements and offer guidance for the future, and what better way than to bring the advice directly to the city centre in a fun, friendly way.”