Graduate Programme 2026

Kick start your career with Depaul

Develop your skills, while helping to break the cycle of homelessness. Join us and become part of the solution.

Depaul Ireland is offering 14 Graduate Support Worker positions across the country.

This 12-month programme provides a real opportunity to make a difference, while gaining invaluable experience and fast-tracking your social care career.

What Our Graduate Programme Offers:

Structured Professional Development
From day one, you will receive hands-on support to guide your professional growth in social care, helping you achieve your career aspirations within Depaul.

Diverse Experience
Throughout the 12 months, you will immerse yourself in a variety of Depaul services, gaining well-rounded experience that complements your academic qualifications while deepening your understanding of our mission.

Fast-Track Learning
In our dynamic organisation, you will be on the front lines, actively contributing to our mission to end homelessness and making a positive impact on the lives of marginalised individuals and families.

At Depaul, this isn’t just a job – it’s a transformative journey that will prepare you for a fulfilling and impactful career.

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Eligibility Criteria:

Open to final year students and recent graduates (within 1 year of graduation).
Degree-level qualification in Social Care, Youth and Community Studies, Early Childhood, Social Science, Sociology, Psychology, or related disciplines.
Relevant experience – student placement or voluntary experience in the Social Care sector required.
A driving licence is desirable but not mandatory.
Ability to work shifts.
Commitment to a full-time, 12-month programme starting in June 2025.
CORU eligibility or working toward eligibility required

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Having a background in psychology, I have previously worked with elderly and vulnerable individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s. I found this incredibly fulfilling, however I found I had some blind spots in my knowledge. Particularly, working with and understanding the situation of marginalised individuals as well as children. Seeing Depaul advertising the Graduate Support Worker Role, I was aware of the services Depaul provided and thought it would be a good fit for me. I am hoping to work with these marginalised groups and understand their side of the story. Sean Haberlin, Graduate Programme Participant, 2025

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I joined Depaul’s Graduate Programme to merge my knowledge of housing scarcity and experience with vulnerable children with my passion for social change. Depaul stood out to me for its commitment to celebrating people’s potential and the evident passion of its staff. The programme has been a fantastic introduction to the organisation, its goals, and the tools needed for the job. Everyone, from the training manager to the CEO, has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. Cora Saxenberger, Graduate Programme Participant, 2024

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Supported By

This programme is proudly funded by Community Foundation Ireland and Benefact Trust, whose support enables us to drive positive, lasting change in the community.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your social care career. Applications close on November 30th, 2025.

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Please connect with our Graduate Programme Coordinator Helen Behan

Email – gradprogramme@depaulcharity.net.