Relief Instructor

The Rehab Group; Connacht; On-site; EUR 35,100 - 42,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Parental/educational leave

Annual leave

Health and wellbeing

Employee assistance

Job summary

The Rehab Group seeks a Relief Instructor on a fixed-term basis (12 months), to train learners per local programme specs and oversee day-to-day running of training programmes. You will support learners with learning and progression towards QQI certification.

Requirements include a third-level qualification in Education/Training or Social Sciences and a Train the Trainer QQI Level 6, plus experience in educational settings and accreditation processes. Closing date is 29/07/25.

Qualifications

• Pedagogical/training qualification required; Train the Trainer QQI Level 6 minimum.
• Experience with learners in educational, guidance or developmental contexts.
• QQI certification and accreditation processes experience advantageous.
• Ability to motivate learners to achieve Learning Outcomes at QQI Levels 3-5.

Responsibilities

• Provide systematic training according to curricula and instruction of modules for QQI Level certification 3-5.
• Facilitate learners in developing knowledge, skills and confidence for progression outcomes.
• Meet KPIs for learner placement, progression and certification targets.
• Liaise with stakeholders to maintain programme allocations.

Skills

Pedagogical training

Motivate learners

Experience with learners

Mental health experience (advantage)

QQI certification knowledge

Education

Third level qualification in Education/Training or Social Sciences

Job description

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Relief Instructor

Fixed Term Contract (Variable) Contract (12 Months)

Millstream House, Williamstown Road, Castlerea, Roscommon, F45 XF79

Salary from: 19,09 per hour.

Job Purpose

The Relief Instructor is responsible for the training and development of Learners in accordance with the agreed local training programme specifications, together with the day-to-day running and maintenance of all aspects of the training programmes. The Instructor assists Learners with additional support needs in exploring their future career and educational direction and in making realistic vocational choices with a view to progressing to further education/employment.

What we’re looking for:

• Third level qualification, preferably within the Education/Training or Social Sciences sector
• A relevant pedagogical/training qualification – Train the Trainer QQI Level 6 as minimum
• A number of years relevant occupational experience of working with learners in educational, guidance and/or developmental contexts
• Experience in working in a mental health related area is an advantage
• Experience in QQI certification and accreditation processes
• An ability to motivate learners to achieve necessary Learning Outcomes at QQI Levels 3

Your Responsibilities

• Provide systematic training according to specified curricula, with responsibility for the instruction of a number of modules for QQI Level certification 3-5
• Facilitate participants in developing the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to secure progression outcomes
• Meet key performance indicators in relation to learner placement and progression and achievement of certification targets
• As part of a team liaise appropriately with relevant key stakeholders in maintaining programme allocations

Closing Date: 29/07/25

What we Offer:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 24 days annual leave
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Unpaid leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Company credit union scheme
• Employee discount scheme
• Digital Doctor
• Financial support for studying and study leave
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer