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Assistant Youth Worker: Portlaoise

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    Youth Work Ireland Midlands Ltd.
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    Ref: #CES-2398897
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    YOUTH WORK IRELAND LAOIS, Unit 9, James Fintan Lawlor , Co. Laois, R32 W310
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    No of positions: 1
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    Community Employment Programme
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    19.5 hours per week
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    Community Employment Programme Rates
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    Published On: 24 Jun 2025
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    Closing On: 05 Aug 2025

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.



Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. 

Are you interested in building a career in youth, social, or community work? This is a valuable developmental opportunity that does not require prior experience. Full accredited training will be provided to support your personal and professional growth.
The programme is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to return to employment or further education. Participants will work towards a QQI (Quality and Qualifications Ireland) certification, which can lead to future job opportunities or continued studies.
About the Role
These Youth Work Assistant positions will support the delivery of sports, education, and youth development programmes within Portlaoise Youth Project. All of our youth work staff are based in designated disadvantaged areas across the Midlands region, including Athlone, Mullingar, and Tullamore. & Portlaoise
Key Responsibilities Include:
	Supervising and supporting young people aged 10 to 21 years
	Assisting in the planning and delivery of youth programmes and group activities in areas such as:
	Sport
	Health Promotion
	Education
	Music
	Hobbies and Interests
	Regional and National Youth Events
	Supporting programme facilitation, coaching, and administrative tasks
	Participating fully in training and development activities as part of the programme
There will be opportunities to engage in specific areas of youth work such as Youth Justice, Mental Health, and Community Development. Training will be provided both on-the-job and through structured courses, with QQI certification levels from Level 4 to Level 6 available.
Additionally, participants will gain experience in key areas such as work readiness, social issues, and life skills.
Who Should Apply?
We welcome applications from individuals with a genuine interest in working with young people. Experience—either voluntary or paid—in areas such as sport, education, hospitality, music, arts, or youth organisations (e.g. Scouts or youth clubs) is an advantage but not required. We are especially interested in applicants who can bring specific skills or hobbies that would enhance our programmes, such as:
	Sport and coaching
	Art, music, or photography
	Martial arts
	Business or tutoring
	Teaching, childminding, or IT skills
Interested?
To learn more, please contact the CE Supervisor:
Email: cnaughton@youthworkmidlands.org
Phone: 086-1279044
Website: www.youthworkmidlands.org
Facebook: Youth Work Midlands
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