Participant Experiences

Many Inspired participants are employed or engaged in work placements.

Lauren – Penney’s

I remember feeling nervous on my first day. I was given a tour of the staff room and canteen and was shown how to fold jumpers and jeans correctly. I have come a long way from when I first started, and I feel my confidence has grown. I feel excited that I have gotten paid employment and so happy that I am getting more hours in Penney’s.

Rachel – Cathriona’s Hair Salon

I remember I felt excited to be starting a new work experience at Cathriona’s. I have been learning many skills while working there from folding towels to washing hair and enjoying working alongside all the staff. My confidence has grown, and I feel like I am part of the team which I love.

Eoin – Adam’s of Tralee

I remember feeling happy when I first started working at Adams, meeting everyone, given a tour and shown what work I was going to be doing. I am now in paid employment in Adams. Since starting, my computer skills have improved, and I am stocking new shelves. I also help the mechanics in the back occasionally if needed. I am always focused on the task I am doing while at work and feel very confident. I know I am doing my best and enjoy chatting with staff while I am at work.

Cody – Castleisland Community Centre

I felt excited when I first started working in Castleisland Community Centre and was shown around the centre. I know where the keys are kept to all the rooms so I can do my jobs. I feel very happy when all my jobs are finished and look forward to work every week.

Denise – Dominican’s Church

I was very excited when I first started working in the Dominican church. The staff are very welcoming which made me feel comfortable. I am very good at completing my tasks and do them to a high standard. I look forward to getting into my uniform and working hard at my job every week.

Anna – O’Sullivan Butchers

I was very happy when I started working in the butchers. I met all the staff and was shown around. When I arrive at work, I change into my uniform and get to work! I work two days a week and I enjoy doing all my jobs and chatting with staff while at work.

Sarah Fitzmartin – Lidl Killarney

I felt happy about starting a new work experience at Lidl. On my first day, I was introduced to all staff members and shown around, then I got straight to work! I feel my confidence has grown and I am learning lots of new skills. I feel good about going to work.

Paddy – Bon Secours

When I first started my work experience in the Bon Secours hospital, I remember feeling both nervous and excited.  I was introduced to staff on my first day and shown where I would be working in the restaurant. I am now in paid employment and driving to work which has really boosted my confidence.