"Naylor Engineering Ltd was approached by EmployAbility Service Wicklow with a very interesting opportunity and something that we were not aware of before. We were delighted to work with EmployAbility Wicklow to offer an opportunity to an adult who had reached a mature age and never held a job. This was going to be quite a challenge as stepping into employment was a scary thing when you have not been there before regardless of your age. ​EmployAbility Wicklow were very supportive to their client and for us to reach a successful venture...." 

"I would recommend anyone who has been experiencing employment difficulties to reach out to their local EmployAbility Service. The team are fantastic at what they do, each Job Employment Support Specialist is focused on identifying your strengths, interests and finding a job that will help develop these skills. In the past, I struggled to get that initial opportunity and had lost confidence but the support and encouragement from my Job Coach pulled me up and renewed that self-belief. EmployAbility offers a chance of gaining practical experience and career guidance. However, it is the genuine interest and effort that is made by each Employment Support Specialist that makes the difference. If it was not for that extra bit of help that I received during my time with EmployAbility I would have not been able to progress and secure meaningful full-time work. "

"Working full time as a Caretaker.  I am delighted to give a testimonial about my experience with EmployAbility Service. I first met my Employment Support Specialist in 2019 after my accident. I had many fears about how I would adapt to my new alternating life, but with the help of EmployAbility Service and with my Employment Support Specialist’s encouragement, dedicated work and belief in me I gained self-confidence. I applied for my first job in four years. I am entirely grateful to EmployAbility Service and to my Employment Support Specialist’s research and their commitment to my case."

"Having the support and guidance from the team at EmployAbility Service Wicklow has increased by confidence and belief in my abilities. As someone who is on the Autism Spectrum – Asperger’s Syndrome – a disability that is not visible to the wider community – life can be very difficult and stressful.  For me, initial communication brings a lot of anxiety and in certain cases, people do not get a good vibe from me, they do not see or give the time to get to know me. I am a direct unfiltered talker which can come across very wrong in certain situations..."

"As a business, I have used the services of many of the different Employability offices and I have always found the different job coaches to be extremely professional and supportive. We have used the Employability service to help give individuals with various disabilities a job in the workplace. We have also found that the job coaches fully support the individuals making sure they are happy after receiving a job offer and taking up employment. The Job coaches are also a huge help and support to employers helping us understand their client’s different needs and requirements in the workplace."  For me, initial communication brings a lot of anxiety and in certain cases, people do not get a good vibe from me, they do not see or give the time to get to know me. I am a direct unfiltered talker which can come across very wrong in certain situations..."

"I highly recommend Employability Service Wicklow. My Employment Support Specialist was very professional, helpful and made sure she understands my needs. I felt she was genuinely dedicated to helping me find the right job. Literally, within a few weeks, she found me a fantastic supportive employer with great colleagues. She assisted throughout the whole recruitment process, gave me encouragement when I needed and kept in touch even after I started working to make sure everything is going well. I am very grateful for her help."