Donaghmede, Ayrfield & Edenmore - Together Achieving Goals School Completion Programme

Part Time Project Worker

The School Completion Programme serving Dublin 5, 13 & 17 invites applications for the position of Project Worker.

The School Completion Programme supports children and young people both in and out of school to remain in Education. Its aim is to improve school attendance, participation and retention.

The Position

The Project Worker will work alongside the Coordinator providing support to children and young people in school, after school and during school holidays.

Essential Skills

• A third level qualification (minimum Level 8 on the NFQ) in a relevant discipline (i.e. psychology, education, counselling, psychotherapy, youth work). Training in therapeutic or health allied practices (i.e. cognitive behavioural therapy, mental health promotion, art or play therapy etc) will be an advantage.
• Experience of providing emotional support to children and/or young people.
• Experience of planning, implementing and reviewing intervention programmes.
• Experience of working with young people within a supportive environment either in one to one or group settings.
• Understanding of Children's First guidelines.
• A good understanding of the Irish education system.

Job Description

• To report and work under the direction of the Coordinator.
• Provide direct support to the children and young people and develop appropriate interventions.
• Assist in the organisation and delivery of in school, out of school and holiday time supports for the targeted young people.
• Liaise with the relevant agencies with regard to families and children.
• Comply with Tusla Education Support Service guidelines in relation to report writing, planning and record keeping.
• Candidates must have a clean driving licence and use of a car.

Please apply via email with a cover letter and C.V. to michelle.cregan@scp.ie by 5pm Friday 1st August, 2025