Applications are invited for the above post. The closing date for
applications is the **Apply on the website**th of June **Apply on the
website**. Applicants should apply by forwarding their curriculum
vitae and a covering letter explaining how they believe they meet the
criteria to?**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** Further details in relation to
salary will be provided to the successful candidate. Please note
shortlisting may apply and canvassing will disqualify.
The School Completion Programme is a targeted initiative which aims to
increase the number of children and young people who stay in primary
and post primary education and in doing so improve the number of young
people who successfully complete the Senior Cycle or equivalent. The
main focus of the Programme is to work with those who may be at risk
of educational disadvantage through early school leaving. The SCP aims
to impact positively on Attendance, Participation and Retention in
school through provision of interventions - In school, After School
and Out of School camps. The SCP is a national Programme which is an
action under the Department of Education DEIS (Delivering Equality of
Opportunity in School) Plan.
The SCP is currently funded through Tusla Education Support
Service(Tess).
There are 5 schools in the Tipperary Town & District SCP ? St Ailbes
is our only post primary school and our four primary schools are The
Monastery school, St. Joseph?s, St. Michael?s G.N.S, Bansha N.S.
school. The Local Co-ordinator will lead the development and
implementation of the Programme in consultation with Tess, the Local
Management Committee and the 5 school Principals.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
* Education to level 8 Degree standard in a relevant area e;g; social
care, education, youth work etc.
* Experience in managing, leading and supporting a team of staff
* Experience in managing budgets is beneficial
* Experience in relationship management with local funding agencies
and stakeholder organisations
* Knowledge and experience of Logic Model Planning
* Full Irish Driving Licence and access to a car
* Knowledge of early school leaving factors and familiarity with
DEIS schools and the School Completion Programme
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Ability to lead staff members and provide supervision
* High level of motivation/ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to liaise with a
wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working
relationships with adults and young people
* Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to be proactive and work effectively within a pressurised
environment
* Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team
* Excellent written communication skills, including ability to draft
summary information and correspondence. Excellent report writing
skills
* Ability to implement and follow organisational guidelines and
processes
* Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, Internet, PowerPoint
and Social Media
_ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE ROLE_
FUNDING :?It must be understood that if the funding for the post is
discontinued the post holder?s contract may be terminated
GARDA VETTING :?As the work involves contact with children and young
people, candidates considered for employment will be required to
undergo the Garda Vetting process before employment can be confirmed
REFERENCES :?The successful candidate will also undergo 2 reference
checks before employment can be confirmed
HOURS OF WORK :?The Co-ordinator will be expected to work a minimum
of **Apply on the website** hours per week. Please note, however, that
this position will require flexibility in relation to working hours.
POSITION: COORDINATOR
Applications are invited for the above post. The closing date for
applications is the **Apply on the website**th of June **Apply on the
website**. Applicants should apply by forwarding their curriculum
vitae and a covering letter explaining how they believe they meet the
criteria to?**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** Further details in relation to
salary will be provided to the successful candidate. Please note
shortlisting may apply and canvassing will disqualify.
The School Completion Programme is a targeted initiative which aims to
increase the number of children and young people who stay in primary
and post primary education and in doing so improve the number of young
people who successfully complete the Senior Cycle or equivalent. The
main focus of the Programme is to work with those who may be at risk
of educational disadvantage through early school leaving. The SCP aims
to impact positively on Attendance, Participation and Retention in
school through provision of interventions - In school, After School
and Out of School camps. The SCP is a national Programme which is an
action under the Department of Education DEIS (Delivering Equality of
Opportunity in School) Plan.
The SCP is currently funded through Tusla Education Support
Service(Tess).
There are 5 schools in the Tipperary Town & District SCP ? St Ailbes
is our only post primary school and our four primary schools are The
Monastery school, St. Joseph?s, St. Michael?s G.N.S, Bansha N.S.
school. The Local Co-ordinator will lead the development and
implementation of the Programme in consultation with Tess, the Local
Management Committee and the 5 school Principals.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
* Education to level 8 Degree standard in a relevant area e;g; social
care, education, youth work etc.
* Experience in managing, leading and supporting a team of staff
* Experience in managing budgets is beneficial
* Experience in relationship management with local funding agencies
and stakeholder organisations
* Knowledge and experience of Logic Model Planning
* Full Irish Driving Licence and access to a car
* Knowledge of early school leaving factors and familiarity with
DEIS schools and the School Completion Programme
PERSON SPECIFICATION
* Ability to lead staff members and provide supervision
* High level of motivation/ability to work on own initiative
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to liaise with a
wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working
relationships with adults and young people
* Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to be proactive and work effectively within a pressurised
environment
* Positive and flexible approach to working as part of a team
* Excellent written communication skills, including ability to draft
summary information and correspondence. Excellent report writing
skills
* Ability to implement and follow organisational guidelines and
processes
* Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, Internet, PowerPoint
and Social Media
_ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE ROLE_
FUNDING :?It must be understood that if the funding for the post is
discontinued the post holder?s contract may be terminated
GARDA VETTING :?As the work involves contact with children and young
people, candidates considered for employment will be required to
undergo the Garda Vetting process before employment can be confirmed
REFERENCES :?The successful candidate will also undergo 2 reference
checks before employment can be confirmed
HOURS OF WORK :?The Co-ordinator will be expected to work a minimum
of **Apply on the website** hours per week. Please note, however, that
this position will require flexibility in relation to working hours.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
