It was an interesting experience to deliver training in a beautiful old chapel in Kildare! I was delighted to spend two days getting to know the team at Kare which delivers a range of community-based supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

The Local Training Initiative is a training and work experience programme that offers a QQI-accredited Level 5 Major Award in Intellectual Disabilities Practice. The course is fully funded by the Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board (KWETB).

Participants took part in a CV & Interview Success Workshop, and we also delivered the workshop to a group from the Community Employment Scheme hosted by Kare. This scheme provides opportunities to gain training and work experience in frontline services, childcare, clerical, reception, accounts, and catering.

A big thank you to all the wonderful participants – you’re doing amazing work – and to the programme coordinators Leanne O’ Keeffe, Denise Kemmy, Elaine Nolan and Liz Phelan for inviting me and making me feel so welcome.

If you would like to explore current opportunities at Kare, visit: https://www.kare.ie