A shop which advertised a job for "preferably a boy" is being investigated by an equality watchdog
Cardiff shop Framing Wales advertised the apprenticeship when it posted a notice on its front door but said the role was for "preferably a boy".
The job advert said it was looking for a "local school leaver" and that the successful candidate "must be able to stay off his phone for at least five minutes".
It said: "Full time/apprenticeship for a local school leaver, preferably a boy, must be able to stay off his phone for at least 5 minutes and away from the xbox/playstation for 8 hours. very interesting and hands on job."
But a passer-by complained to officials that the advert was sexist and an investigation into the shop on Cowbridge Road East in Canton has now been launched.
The equality watchdog confirmed they are "considering" the advert.
An Equality and Human Rights Commission spokesperson said: "We will be considering this matter. We would remind organisations that advertising job opportunities for a particular group can open them up to legal challenge."
They added: “Advertisements cannot restrict job opportunities to those from a particular gender, age or local area, unless there is a justifiable reason such as a genuine occupational requirement. It is important that everyone has fair access to work and a working environment that allows them to reach their full potential.
"We are the regulator for breaches of the Equality Act and take enforcement action when necessary for significant breaches.
“Job advertisements should accurately reflect the requirements of the job, including the job description and person specification if the employer uses these.
"This will ensure that nobody will be unnecessarily deterred from applying or making an unsuccessful application even though they could in fact do the job.”
Framing Wales was approached for comment.
