ADVERT ID 131389

Special Needs Assistant

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Scoil Sheosaimh Naofa

Carrabane
Athenry
H65 YK19
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MAIN DETAILS

Status:
Deactivated
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jan 16 2020 13:48:37
Application Closing Date:
Thu Jan 30 2020
Commencement Date:
Mon Feb 10 2020
Status of Post:
Standard SNA
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
14
Current Enrolment:
224
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS

Panel of Applicants:
An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.
Additional Information:
St. Joseph's NS, Carrabane is a mainstream school with two special classes for children with Autism. SNA's are deployed in mainstream and in the special classes. No email applications. Applications to be received by 2pm on 30th Jan. Canvassing will disqualify. Please ensure that mobile numbers are included for referees as they may be contacted after school hours. At least two professional references should be included. Please mark envelope "SNA Position", Chairperson BOM, Carrabane NS, Athenry, Co. Galway. Please use standard application for SNA positions available on educationposts.ie. Positions are subject to annual review by the NCSE and SENO and are subject to enrolment of children receiving SNA access and support.

This appointment requires somebody who demonstrates flexibility, is a team player, has a calm disposition, is confident in dealing with behaviours that challenge, is physically active, is competent with SEN IT, has supervision skills and shows initiative. The successful candidate may work in a variety of settings with pupils who have complex needs within the Mild/Moderate and Severe/Profound ranges, ASD and with children in our mainstream classes.

Essential requirements:
-Minimum qualifications as per DES Circular 44/2014
-other relevant qualifications in the area of special needs education
-experience in a special education setting preferably in a special class.
-experience working with children who have complex and challenging profiles
-experience working with children on the ASD spectrum.

The following requirements are desirable:
-experience working with children with diabetes care/insulin needs.
-experience in using SEN IT equipment and programs with children
-experience managing intimate care
-up to date training in Manual Handling and First Aid
Garda vetting and medical approval is required.

NO CV’s PLEASE. Additional information may be requested at interview stage.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

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Applications may be submitted by

  • Post
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APPLY TO THIS JOB VACANCY

Roll Number:
17444H
Apply To:
"SNA Application"
Chairperson BOM
Carrabane NS
Athenry
H65 YK19
County:
Galway
091 842458
Website:

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