Supporting your child during their job search

SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD
DURING THEIR JOB SEARCH

We know it is very hard for Travellers to get good steady jobs due to discrimination, racism and lack of education. As parents, it can be really hard to see your child frustrated and upset while looking for work. It is important to try to stay positive and give as much encouragement as possible. There are also a number of supports out there for your child while they are looking for work.

Some ways you can support your child are:

There are supports out there for Travellers who want to continue education. Link in with your local Traveller organisation/Primary Health Care Project for more information.

If your child is thinking about leaving school early, encourage them to stay as long as possible. Finishing their Leaving Cert and going to college will give them more opportunities for jobs.
If they have left school early, it is never too late to go back and do courses in something they are interested in.
Remind your child of positive role models within our community who have continued with their education

Supports & Services

Local job centre – Intreo

Citizens information

Or contact your Local Traveller organisation or Primary Health Care Project

Supporting your child during their job search

Supporting your child during their job search