This position is for a Community Employment Scheme based in Galway City.
To qualify for a CE Scheme you must generally be aged between 21-55 and be unemployed for 12 months (9 months if Ukrainian) and you MUST be in receipt of a qualifying Social Welfare Payment during this time.
You may also be eligible if you are a Qualified Adult on Jobseeker's Allowance
This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.
Job Purpose:
The Youth Work Assistant will support the planning and delivery of youth work initiatives, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment for young people. This role involves directly engaging with young people, assisting in programme delivery, and performing general administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Youth Work Support:
· Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering youth programmes, activities, and events.
· Maintain group records, attendance sheets, and session plans.
· Engage in activities with young people both in the meetings and during trips.
· Participate in workshops, and consultation events.
· Assist in delivering youth conferences and events, both online and in person.
· Encourage youth participation and engagement in initiatives, including Comhairle na nÓg programmes.
General Responsibilities:
· Adhere to organisational policies, data protection guidelines, and health and safety regulations.
· Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and relevant training.
Person Specification:
Essential:
· Ability to relate to young people and commitment to youth-led activities.
· Strong organisational and administrative skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
· Open to learning, development, and contributing creative skills.
· Good communication and interpersonal skills.
· Flexibility in working hours, including evenings and occasional weekends. (The City Comhairle meets on Mondays and the County Comhairle meets twice a month, one in-person meeting and one online meeting, both on Saturdays).
Desirable:
· Experience or strong interest in working with young people.
· Knowledge of youth work and safeguarding policies.
· Proficiency in digital tools for communication and administration.
Additional Information:
· Garda vetting is required for this role.
· Training and development opportunities are available.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From €271.50 per week
Application question(s):
* Have you been Resident in Ireland and Unemployed for 12 months (9 months if Ukrainian)?
Licence/Certification:
* Social Welfare Payment (required) (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person