About the Tús Initiative
The Tús initiative is a community work placement scheme which provides short-term working opportunities for unemployed people. The work opportunities benefit the local community and are provided by community and voluntary organisations in both urban and rural areas.
Goal: Tús aims to break the cycle of unemployment and to prepare each person for a return to the labour market. Being employed gives people a sense of purpose and provides a structure to life, along with a great sense of social inclusion, identity, and status.
The Pay and Financial Structure
Pay and Benefits While on Placement
- Working Hours: Participants will work for 19.5 hours per week and the placement lasts for 12 months.
- Tús Payment: The payment is equivalent to your existing Jobseeker’s Allowance plus a €32.50 top-up, with a minimum payment of €286.50
- Disability Allowance: Disability Allowance continues as normal, and you receive a top-up payment of €32.5.50.
- Secondary Benefits: You may keep any secondary benefits you had before you took up the scheme, such as fuel allowance & medical card (subject to income levels).
Curriculum & Process
Downloads and Resources
Tús in Action: Community & Work Placement
Apply for a Tús Placement
There is now a “Self Refer” process for unemployed people who are eligible for this scheme. Contact our Tús Supervisor today to discuss your eligibility.
*This is a Department of Social Protection service, fully funded by the Department, and delivered under contract in Offaly by OLDC.
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