The Board of Roscrea 2000
The Staff of Roscrea 2000
Fas Community Employment – This provides employment to long term unemployed, lone parents and members of the travelling community. At present we have 32 fas participants on our scheme. Work within the scheme in Roscrea 2000 involves pre-school assistants, laundry operators, childcare assistants, environmental labourers, stonemasons, interior decorators, carpentry, clerical assistant and cleaning duties. This scheme has made an enormous contribution to community life in Roscrea. Projects to date include the renovation and building of the new Leisure Centre Complex, environmental upgrading in the local community housing estates and the erection of the Christmas Town Crib each year to name just a few.
Childcare – This colourful display represents the activities of the Jack and Jill Community Creche which provides daily childcare for children from 3 months to 3 years. This service allows parents to take part in the many courses and groups which Roscrea 2000 provide. The Busy Bees Pre School caters for children from the ages of 4 – 5 years, where up to date children's education is catered for. Transport is provided for this service which is funded by the Department of Education. An exciting new Youth Development Project will play an active part in our programme of activities in the coming months to include after schools clubs, youth groups, and summercamps.
N.C.V.A. Second Chance Education – An intensive second chance education programme is provided on a daily basis at the centre. Subjects include catering, childcare, music appreciation, personal effectiveness, maths, communication, and computers. This has given many people an opportunity to get involved once again in an education system with a difference as all subjects are project led. An individual and group literacy service is also provided.
