Kerry's Community Employment Scheme

Supporting Kerry people
since 1993

We help people who are long-term unemployed rebuild skills, regain confidence, and find meaningful work β€” across 18 locations throughout Co. Kerry. Free certified training included.

Active staff
60+
Staff across Co. Kerry
Locations
18
Sites across Kerry
Training
Free
Certified courses
18
Kerry locations
60+
Staff members
30+
Years in Kerry
Free
Certified training
What we offer

How Ballymac CE can help you

Practical, community-based work experience alongside free certified training β€” helping you take your next step toward lasting employment.

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Community placement

Work alongside local groups in roles that make a real difference β€” from GAA grounds to charities, heritage sites and care for the elderly.

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Certified training

Free, accredited training as part of your placement. Build skills and qualifications that last well beyond your time with us.

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Local Kerry roles

From Tralee to Knocknagoshel, Firies to Blennerville β€” 18 placements right across Co. Kerry, with people who know your community.

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About us

Empowering people since 1993

"Everyone deserves a chance to move forward. Ballymac CE isn't just about finding work β€” it's about connecting people, building lifelong skills, and enhancing the places we all call home."

Sponsored by the Department of Social Protection, we operate across 18 project locations throughout Co. Kerry β€” helping long-term unemployed people find their path back to work.

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🏘️ Community impact

We maintain GAA facilities, community halls, Tidy Towns projects, heritage sites and provide essential support to local charities across Kerry.

πŸ‘΄ Elderly care

Our Brosna/Mountcollins scheme specifically provides maintenance for isolated elderly residents β€” maintaining their lawns, hedges and paths.

πŸ—ΊοΈ 18 locations

From Knocknagoshel to Tralee, Firies to Blennerville β€” there's a Ballymac CE placement near you. See all locations β†’