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Schools Out!

With schools currently closed daily life is now very different. Teachers in Wexford are doing a great job in terms of getting work ideas out to families and one of the key messages is mindfulness for all. If you are looking for suggestions and you have access to the internet there are lots of alternative […]

Update on Education & Training Courses

In accordance with national guidelines regarding Covid – 19 Wexford Local Development is temporarily suspending all training and education courses with immediate effect until further notice. This situation will be continuously reviewed and updates issued as appropriate. In the meantime we hope you all stay safe and follow the guidelines and advice on https://www.hse.ie/eng/  . […]

Building Confidence Workshop

One day only – Wed, March 4th, 9.30 am – 4.00 pm, WLD Wexford. This workshop is FREE, and is for those interested in increasing their confidence. You will: Learn ways to build self-esteem Consider exactly what confidence is Learn some ways to raise self-esteem and so boost your confidence   If you are interested […]

A Discussion on Sleep for Parents

The Child and Family Support Network are organising a free event for parents around the subject of SLEEP!   Parents of children 0-16years! Come join us for a chat about helping your child to get a good night’s sleep. Discussions will take place on sleep issues such as Nightmares, anxiety, bedtime routine, ‘just can’t sleep’ […]

Computer Skills in Gorey

If you would like to take the first step towards improving your computer skills there are two courses in Gorey starting in April. For beginners there’s Basic IT and if you are thinking about getting a recognised IT qualification we also have Pre-ECDL. Both courses are just 3 hours per week for 6 weeks, to […]

Training Available for Teachers and School Staff

Wexford Local Development works with schools and communities to promote inclusion in education and counter educational disadvantage through early intervention, preventative initiatives and lifelong learning. WLD worked with Archways to deliver evidence based training at no cost to schools and communities. The training delivered included Teacher Classroom Managements, Mentoring for Achievement and the Incredible Years […]

€1.6 Million Grant Aid Opportunity in 2020

WLD LEADER Map

In excess of €1.6 million in LEADER grant aid is available to start-ups and expanding businesses throughout County Wexford in 2020.  This presents a huge opportunity for businesses across a range of sectors, to avail of substantial grant aid to enable them to expand or diversify their business thereby creating additional jobs and sustaining existing […]

Job Opportunity: Employment Guidance Officer – Local Employment Service

Wexford Local Development invites applications for the position of: Employment Guidance Officer Local Employment Service Part-Time Basis – 22 Months Fixed Term Contract Wexford Local Development’s Local Employment Service (LES) provides one-to-one employment guidance and support to individuals who are long-term unemployed. The service is provided from WLD’s offices in Gorey, Enniscorthy, New Ross and […]

Job Opportunity: Community Development Project Officer

Wexford Local Development wishes to invite applications for the position of Community Development Project Officer – Full Time Basis Wexford Local Development works to address inequality and to create opportunities for local people to improve their lives.  We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated person to work with us as a Community Development Officer […]

Work Experience QQI L5 Module available in Wexford

This QQI L5 accredited module is ideal for people interested in working in the healthcare sector. It’s one of the mandatory modules required for a Major Award and it will run one day per week for 7 weeks in Wexford starting in November. For more information please contact Orlaith at orowe@wld.ie  or call 053 91 […]