Tom Elmes has joined the Republic of Ireland women's team coaching staff.

The Englishman - who enjoyed success with Wexford in recent years - will fulfill the role of assistant coach.

He replaces Eileen Gleeson, who departed to take up the head coach role with Glasgow City.

Elmes is currently in charge of the under-16 national team, and will combine both roles going forward.

"This is a great opportunity for me to work with and learn from Vera (Pauw) as well as the Republic of Ireland Women's National Team players as we look to qualify for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup," Elmes said.

"I've thoroughly enjoyed my time so far with the Football Association of Ireland even if it's been a bit of a whirlwind; leading the Women's Under-16s, working alongside James Scott with the Women's Under-17s, being part of the WNT Home-based sessions and learning from everyone involved in the international set-up through our regular interactions.

"This is a really exciting time for women's football and I'm delighted to be asked to join a team that has been performing brilliantly for quite a while now.

"I look forward to linking up with Vera, Jan Willem van Ede, Andy Holt and the rest of the staff as we set out preparing for the two home games this month."

Vera Pauw welcomed Elmes arrival, as Ireland look ahead to World Cup qualifiers against Slovakia and Georgia next week.

"I'm delighted to welcome Tom to our team," Pauw said.

"He is an excellent coach with a deep knowledge of the Irish game, the players available to us and, crucially, how we want to do things within the Republic of Ireland international set-up.

"Throughout my career, I've always worked with Assistant Coaches who have a strong knowledge of the national league and Tom's experience in that area will be a fantastic asset for us in identifying and monitoring home-based players.

"It was unfortunate timing for us that Glasgow City came in with an offer for Eileen Gleeson but we fully respect and support her decision to take on that role.

"In Tom, I believe we have a top-class coach with a lot of experience and a desire to keep on improving."