06.03.26
Applications now closed for European Solidarity Corps volunteers for 2026-2027!
We are seeking four motivated European Solidarity Corps (ESC) volunteers to join us at Galway Community Circus from August 31st 2026 to July 30th 2027.
The deadline to apply is 17:00 on 30th March, 2026. We will contact all eligible applicants after the 31st of March.
Shortlisting will take place and if your application is successful, you will be invited to the first round of interviews.
Please note this application process can get very busy so we will only respond to eligible applications.
About the European Solidarity Corps programme at Galway Community Circus
Are you between 18 and 30 years old? Do you have experience or interest in social and community work, education, sport/circus, project management and coordination, administration, production or communications? Are you keen to work and learn in a youth circus? If so, this is the experience is for you!
Galway Community Circus is searching for four motivated young people that, in the framework of the European Solidarity Corps, dream to be part of a close-knit team and contribute to exciting projects while learning new skills in Galway, Ireland.
Volunteers will work in a youth circus school setting with children, young people and adults. Galway Community Circus offers youth, adult and community circus arts education programmes and professional training for artists.
The roles we are recruiting for are:
-3 people for the role of Circus Trainer Assistant
-1 person for the role of Arts Administration Assistant
The European Solidarity Corps programme in Galway Community Circus runs for 11 months from August 31st 2026 through 30th July 2027. Volunteer hours are 38 hours a week over 5 days.
Applicants must be from the following programme EU countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.
Unfortunately, we are currently unable to accept applicants from the non-EU programme countries and partner countries.
Description
Our circus trainer assistants play an integral role at Galway Community Circus. They work closely with our team and support them in the running of our circus program. Their tutor tasks include but are not limited to:
-co-preparing class schedules;
- contributing to in-class activities;
- participating in summer camps and outreach workshops;
- assisting lead tutors in various administrative tasks;
- assisting in the maintenance of our Circus Hall.
During classes our ESC trainers may interact with toddlers, youth members, adults, and whole families. Our ESC trainers are encouraged to develop themselves creatively. Their work hours include working on a personal project that contributes something meaningful to the Circus community. GCC also offers our trainer assistants the chance to train and learn any new (circus) artist skills. They receive opportunities to perform throughout the program and to lead small productions. Our trainer assistants volunteer 38 hours a week.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accommodation: GCC provides a house shared with other ESCs.
Bills: GCC covers all basic bills such as internet, heating, electricity, and maintenance.
Pocket money and allowance: Our ESCs receive €11 per day pocket money plus €180 food allowance per month.
Training during the activity
GCC provides training in various skills. During these training sessions, our tutor assistants explore circus skills, teaching methods, and arts administration.
Participant profile
Applicants must be interested in the circus arts. GCC are looking for someone who:
- Can work as part of a team
- Is open to work with people from diverse backgrounds
- Can be flexible around work hours
- Can work under pressure
- Wants to immerse themselves in the world of circus!
Ideally, trainer assistant applicants already have skills in circus, gymnastics, theatre, dance, or other performance arts. GCC also encourages people with previous experience in the youth sector to apply.
Description
Our Arts Administration Assistant plays a key role at Galway Community Circus. They work closely with our administration and management team by supporting both in their roles. Our admin assistant learns on the job. Their tasks include but are not limited to:
- managing reception
- processing registrations
- supporting the programme administration team
- creating internal communication and ESC-related content
- attending and taking an active role in meetings
Our admin assistant volunteers 38 hours a week usually 9 to 5pm.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
Accommodation: GCC provides a house shared with other ESCs.
Bills: GCC covers all basic bills such as internet, heating, electricity, and maintenance.
Pocket money and allowance: Our ESCs receive €11 per day pocket money plus €180 food allowance per month.
Training during the activity
GCC provides training in various skills. Our admin assistant mostly learns through practical work experience..
Participant profile
Applicants must be interested in at least one the following work fields: arts, arts administration, or non-profit management. GCC are looking for someone who:
- Can work as part of a team
- Can meet deadlines
- Can work under pressure
- Knows how to use common Office 365 apps, such as Word and Excel, Canva a bonus!
Ideally, our arts administration assistant is someone with previous customer service experience. They should be comfortable with taking phone calls, responding to emails and communicating (in person) with both GCC staff and Circus members.
How to Apply
You will need to register on the European Youth Portal in order to be accepted on the program.
Register on the European Youth Portal here. attaching your CV and letter of motivation. Both documents must be present for consideration.
If interested please apply on the Youth portal before Monday 30th March 2026 17:00 Irish time. We will reply to all applications after March 30th
Find out more about our European Solidarity Corps programme by clicking the links below.