Work Experience & Training in South Wales
At Karen Blake Coaching, we provide work experience in South Wales that helps people of all ages build skills, confidence, and career direction.
The Challenge Many People Face
Whether you’re a school leaver, returning to work after a career break, or changing direction entirely, it can be daunting to know where to start.
Common challenges include:
- Not knowing which career path to follow.
- Having little or no hands-on work experience.
- Feeling underconfident in professional environments.
- Employers expecting skills and workplace knowledge you haven’t yet developed.
Employers and training providers want candidates who can hit the ground running, with the right skills, attitude, and understanding of the workplace.
Our Solution: Real-World Work Experience in South Wales with Training Support
At Karen Blake Coaching, we partner with organisations like Tydfil Training to provide meaningful work placements and skills training in South Wales.
Our placements give people the opportunity to:
- Work in a real business environment.
- Gain practical skills such as business administration, marketing, communication, and digital skills.
- Learn workplace rights and responsibilities.
- Receive mentoring and confidence-building support.
- Build a CV that stands out to future employers or education providers.
We make sure every placement is structured, purposeful, and focused on developing the skills and mindset for success.
Who This Is For
Our work experience and training opportunities are ideal for:
- Young people starting their career journey.
- Adults returning to the workplace after a break.
- Career changers looking to gain experience in a new field.
- Training providers seeking trusted placement opportunities for their learners.
- Employers wanting to support skills development while benefiting from motivated trainees.
The Benefits of Joining Our Programme
For Individuals:
- Gain practical, transferable skills.
- Increase confidence in professional settings.
- Add valuable experience to your CV or applications.
- Get clarity on your career direction.
For Partner Organisations & Employers:
- Access motivated learners and returners to work.
- Support the development of future talent.
- Partner with a registered training centre (WJEC & iCQ).
Success Story
One of our placements joined us unsure of their career direction. Over their time with us, they gained skills in marketing, business administration, and communication, and left with renewed confidence, a stronger CV, and a clear plan for the future.
Read their full story here: My Journey at Tydfil Training.
Recognised & Accredited Training Provider in South Wales
Karen Blake Coaching Ltd is a WJEC Approved Centre, iCQ Awards Registered Centre, UKRLP Registered Learning Provider, and CPD Accredited Provider (#777644).
Get Started
If you’re ready to take the next step into the workplace or you’re an organisation looking to collaborate, we’d love to hear from you.
📞 Call: 01685 700946
📧 Email: info@karenblakecoaching.com
📍 Location: Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales
