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Assistant Youth Worker Tullamore

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    Youth Work Ireland Midlands Ltd.
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    Ref: #CES-2463316
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    YOUTH WORK IRELAND MIDLANDS, Escir Riada, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, R35KT93
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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 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 21 Sep 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. 

What is the programme?
This programme will help you build skills, confidence and work experience to help you get a job or continue your education.
It is a good opportunity for anyone interested in working with young people, communities or social care.
You will have the chance to gain a QQI qualification while working and learning.
What will you do?
You will work with young people aged 10 to 21 years.
Your work may include:
•	Supporting young people.
•	Helping to run youth groups and activities.
•	Organising sports, music, arts and other activities.
•	Helping with health and education programmes.
•	Taking part in trips and events.
•	Helping young people learn new skills.
•	Some office and administration work.
•	Taking part in training and courses.
Training
You will learn while working and also attend training courses.
You may have the opportunity to gain QQI qualifications from Level 3 upwards.
You can also gain experience in areas such as:
•	Youth Work
•	Mental Health
•	Youth Justice
•	Community Work
•	Life Skills
•	Work Experience
Who are we looking for?
You do not need to have previous paid experience in youth work.
We would be interested in hearing from you if you have worked or volunteered with young people through:
•	GAA or other sports
•	Scouts
•	Youth groups
•	Church groups
•	Community groups
•	Other clubs or organisations
Your skills and hobbies are also important.
For example:
Sport • Music • Art • Photography • IT • Teaching • Tutoring • Cooking • Crafts • Martial Arts
If you enjoy working with young people and want to learn new skills, we would like to hear from you.
For More Information
Contact the CE Supervisor:
Email: cnaughton@youthworkmidlands.org
Website: www.youthworkmidlands.org
Facebook: Youth Work Midlands
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