IWA Programme Assistant/Driver Wexford - CE Scheme - Irish Wheelchair Association Wexford

Irish Wheelchair Association Wexford; The Municipal District of Gorey — Kilmuckridge; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community service organization in Gorey is seeking a candidate for a developmental role that includes driving minibuses and supporting service users. No experience is necessary, and training will be provided. Ideal candidates should have a clean driving license and be willing to work as part of a team. This role offers an opportunity to engage with the community while gaining qualifications.

Qualifications

• A clean driving licence (Category B Minimum).
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• A willingness to engage in training.

Responsibilities

• Driving Minibuses.
• Operating lifting equipment on buses.
• Clamping Wheelchairs aboard buses.
• Supporting Service Users at our Day Centre.
• Delivering development programmes to Service Users.
• Accompanying Service Users on outings.
• Cleaning and maintenance duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Willingness to engage in training

Tools

Driving Minibuses

Lifting Equipment

Job description

IRISH WHEELCHAIR ASSOCIATION, Gorey Road, Ballycanew, Co. Wexford, Y25 T044

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.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. There will be an opportunity to work towards QQI and /or Industry Standard qualifications.

• Driving Minibuses
• Operating lifting equipment on buses
• Clamping Wheelchairs aboard buses
• Supporting Service Users at our Day Centre in Ballycanew, Co. Wexford
• Delivering development programmes to Service Users
• Accompanying Service Users on outings
• Cleaning and maintenance duties

Ideal Candidate

• A clean driving licence (Category B Minimum)
• The ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to engage in training

For further information, please contact Ruth Walshe on 086 8247877 or email [e-mail]

• Sector: human health and social work activities