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Programme Assistant - Sligo

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    Irish Wheelchair Association - Sligo
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    Ref: #CES-2424298
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    IRISH WHEELCHAIR ASSOCIATION, Abbeyville Centre, Chapel Street, Sligo, Co. Sligo, F91 KH5X
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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: 10 Dec 2025
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    Closing On: 21 Jan 2026

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.

There will be opportunity to work towards QQI and /or Industry Standard qualifications.

Duties include (training will be provided):
•	To assist in the provision of day centre services and activities.
•	Supporting service users and personal care if required
•	Assist service users on outings
•	Operating lifting equipment on buses
•	Clamping wheelchairs aboard buses
•	Cleaning/maintenance duties

The ideal candidate: 
•	The ability to work as part of a team
•	A willingness to engage in training

 
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