The JobBridge Scheme closed in 2016.
JobPath is provided for long term unemployed jobseekers only; Jobseekers remain with the JobPath service for 52 weeks and if they are successful in finding work in that time, the JobPath service will provide in-work support for at least the first 13 weeks. While compliance with employment law is a matter for the employer, the JobPath customer can discuss any issues which might arise in the employment with their JobPath personal advisor.
Employers are responsible for ensuring that all relevant employment law requirements are adhered to. Non-compliance with this legislation may be deemed non-compliance with any agreement entered into by the department and the employer concerned.
My Department takes very seriously any allegations of failure to comply with the conditions of Community Employment (CE) and TÚS and investigates all complaints of which it is notified. My Department’s own control measures with respect to CE and TÚS are based on a combination of random monitoring visits/inspections of Sponsors and placement providers and the investigation of any complaints received.
As the participant is employed by the Sponsor or placement provider and not this Department, they should in the first instance approach their employer if they experience any issues relating to their scheme.
If the Deputy wishes to submit specific details of any particular case, I will have the position examined.
