Limerick Traveller Network (LTN) is a community development initiative set up by Travellers in Limerick City. The Network is made up of 14 Traveller representatives from 8 Traveller sites and 2 housing areas in Limerick City. The aim of LTN is to give Travellers in Limerick City a collective voice and to build Traveller capacity to create positive change for the community in the areas of education, accommodation, mental health and discrimination.

LTN is a Traveller-led project which is supported by Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service.

Limerick Travellers Network now wishes to recruit

3 Outreach Workers

Part-time; 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

We encourage members of the Traveller community to apply for these roles.

Outline of the position

As Outreach Workers, you will be based in Limerick City and joining the existing team.

Main duties

• The work of the LTN Support Worker will include; - Outreach to the local community to provide information & support on local resources, - Gather information on the communities needs to help the LTN work as well as possible on behalf of the community, - Work with other orgs & projects to support the local community, - Attend meetings, training and events that support the work of the LTN.
• Work together with the Limerick Traveller Network team, the wider Limerick Traveller Network, and Exchange House Ireland to support the Traveller Community in Limerick City.
• Take part in meetings as required to help address the needs of Travellers in Limerick City.
• Take part in training.

Responsibilities

• Keep a record of your hours and work as required. (Support to carry out tasks will be provided).
• Undergo Support & Supervision with the LTN Co-ordinator.
• Carry out any other duties that may be requested from time to time by the line manager.

Person Specification

The person we are looking for will have;

• Experience of working with the Traveller community.
• Experience of working within a Traveller organisation would be an advantage.
• Good communication skills
• An understanding of community development using a “ground up” approach.
• Ability to work from an equality and human rights perspective. (The idea that everyone is equal and should be treated with respect and we all have human rights.)
• Be able to work as part of a team.
• Open and willingness to learning (training and development will be provided within the post).
• A passion to build on the work of the Limerick Traveller Network and to make change for the better for the Traveller community in Limerick City.

Terms and Conditions

Based in

• Our Lady of Lourdes Community Centre, Childers Road, Limerick.

Hours of work

• Up to 10 hours net per week

Salary:

• 12-month fixed-term contract
• The salary will be as per the HSE’s Peer Support Worker scale [October 2023] (€32,629 - €41,688, pro-rata), commensurate with qualifications and experience.

How to apply

If you feel you are a good fit for Limerick Travellers Network and would enjoy working with us, please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter outlining why you think you are a good fit for the position.

Please write clearly on the letter the position you are applying for as LTN Outreach Worker

Send your application

• by email to: info@exchangehouse.ie
  or
• by post or by hand to: Anita Pannell, Co-ordinator of Limerick Traveller Network, Our Lady of Lourdes Community Centre, Childers Road, Limerick.

More information is available by visiting Exchange House Ireland’s Careers page or by calling the Personnel Department on 01 872 1094.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm, Friday 4th July 2025.

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 15th July 2025

This position is supported by Exchange House Ireland National Travellers Service.

This position is support with funding from the Department of Rural and Community Development

• This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the position. It may be subject to change based on the organisation's needs and the evolving nature of the role
• Exchange House Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
• Applications from members of the Traveller community, with relevant qualifications, are especially welcome
• All positions in Exchange House Ireland are subject to Garda Vetting and full reference checks
• All positions in Exchange House Ireland are subject to ongoing funding
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland