Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004
182 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Education and Science the way in which persons with disabilities can access employment in his Department; if there are special application procedures; the criteria by which it is decided that persons qualify; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13245/04]
View answerThe Civil Service Commission recruits the majority of staff for the Department of Education and Science. For certain posts, such as service support staff, temporary and contract posts, my Department conducts its own recruitment. The Civil Service is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment to posts within my Department is on the basis of qualifications, where applicable, and the ability to carry out the responsibilities of the grade or post.
Persons with disabilities are entitled to apply for all competitions for which they are eligible and no special application procedures are required. During the selection process and in any subsequent placement in a post, any special needs requirements of an individual will be provided where possible.
