THE COUNTY KILDARE CENTRE FOR THE UNEMPLOYED COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE

The County Kildare Centre for the Unemployed Company Limited by Guarantee operates the Kildare County Employment Centre, a not‑for‑profit organisation dedicated to helping local residents return to sustainable work. Since its inception in 1995 and the launch of the new Local Area Employment Service in September 2022, the centre has supported thousands of people across Kildare County through one‑to‑one guidance, training and direct placement with employers both locally and further afield.

Core services include a confidential, free‑of‑charge case‑worker programme that creates a Personal Progression Plan, CV preparation, job‑search assistance, interview coaching and post‑placement follow‑up for up to a year. The centre also delivers industry‑specific training such as digital skills, manual handling, HACCP food safety and Safe Pass, with many courses available online or in‑house. In addition, free adult career guidance and a range of short courses are offered to enhance participants’ employability and personal development.

The service is open to anyone aged 16 or over who is unemployed, working part‑time (under 30 hours a week), receiving a social welfare payment or is a dependant spouse, and who is seeking work or further training.