Grants and Subsidies

A number of grants are provided to employers by Department of Social Protection which assist in the provision of reasonable accommodation in the workplace and to enable your new employee to fulfil the duties and responsibilities of their role.  We are happy to link with the Department and help you access these grants which are compatible with the service we provide

wage subsidy scheme

The Wage Subsidy Scheme provides financial incentives to employers, outside the public sector, to employ disabled people who work 15 hours per week or more.  A person on the Wage Subsidy Scheme is subject to the same conditions of employment as other employees. These conditions include PRSI contributions, annual leave, tax deductions and the going rate for the job. The current rate of subsidy is €6.30 per hour and is based on the number of hours worked.

Work and access

Work and Access is a set of supports to help people with a disability get a job or stay in work. The supports aim to remove or reduce barriers in the workplace for people with a disability.

Work and Access employer supports include:

• Workplace Needs Assessment, to assist in identifying employees need for additional supports

• Workplace Adaptation, to accommodate additional employee needs

• Disability Equality and Inclusion Training, to provide employers and organisations with access to training for staff, to gain a better awareness and understanding of disabilities in the workplace

Supports for Jobseekers, Employees, Self-Employed include:

• Workplace Needs Assessment, to assist in identifying the need for additional supports

• Communication Support, for interview and in work

• In-Work Support, to help you perform in your position

• Personal Reader, to assist you in work

• Work Equipment, to assist you in your job