Community Employment Opportunities – CE Scheme
About the role
Who we are:
Childhood Matters is a not-for-profit organisation aimed at improving developmental and life outcomes for children 0-18 years old. We also work directly with parents and foster carers to support and develop parenting in challenging contexts. As an organisation we strive to positive impact the wider professional network we operate within through external training, research and professional development opportunities.
We are committed to embedding an evidence-based culture of trauma-informed care and therapeutic practice and hold ourselves to high standards in all engagement with service users, colleagues and stakeholders alike. We are committed to research and evaluation and continually assess the effectiveness of our service through independent research and partnership with third level institutions. We strive to be a positive place to work, providing staff with reflective practice, regular supervision and a training budget.
With current offices and services in Blackrock, Blackpool, Clonakilty and Farranree we employ 130 staff across all departments. We offer competitive salary packages as well as benefits including enhanced maternity leave; pension contribution scheme; health care plans; flexible working hours; internal and externally provided training opportunities, and competitive annual leave entitlement.
Job Title: Community Employment Opportunities – CE Scheme
Title: Community Employment Opportunities – CE Scheme
Location: N/A
Closing date is: N/A
Description
Our Community Employment (CE) Scheme provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable work experience, develop new skills and return to the workplace in a supportive environment. Participants work 19.5 hours per week and have access to accredited training while making a meaningful contribution to services that support children, young people and families. Current opportunities include Administration, Care, Facilities, Gardening and Transport roles. Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for the Community Employment Scheme.
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Role requirements
Reporting to:
N/A
Key Competencies
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria for the Community Employment Scheme.
Additional information
Hours:
19.5 hours per week
Salary:
N/A
Why work with us
At Childhood Matters, clinicians are supported by peer consultation, ongoing professional development, and a caseload that respects sustainable practice. We invest in our people because we know that sustainable practice requires it.
