ADVERT ID 220792

Special Needs Assistant

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Darley NS

Monaghan Road
Cootehill
Cootehill
Cootehill
H16NH02
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MAIN DETAILS

Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Jul 17 2024 13:18:49
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jul 31 2024
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 28 2024
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
2
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Church of Ireland
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
9
Current Enrolment:
128
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS

Additional Information:
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:
The role advertised is for two Special Needs Assistants in an infant class (initially)for pupils with Autism. This will be an infant day 0.83 post.
Candidates must be willing to uphold the ethos of the school. They must show a willingness to be involved in school activities, always respecting the dignity and confidentiality of the pupils and be willing to undertake CPD courses which relate to the needs of the children and the school.

Candidates must be able to work well as part of a team, be flexible, and display a strong work ethic. Experience and/or training in working with children with autism and emotional behavioural difficulties is desirable.

Any additional qualifications in additional needs/ first aid/ positive handling/ positive behaviour/support strategies/PECS/autism Courses etc would be advantageous.

An interest in TEACCH, LÁMH, augmentative communication and life skills would also be beneficial.

In addition to accessing the curriculum, duties may include assisting with eating and intimate care, administering medications, dressing; assisting in the swimming pool, sports, and other educational outings.

The initial duties may change according to the care needs of the pupils.

The appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening and completion of the TUSLA Children First online training.

Applicants must satisfy all DES appointment criteria.
This posts is subject to review by the DES/NCSE.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email if called to interview. Interviews will be held in person only on or after 7th August 2024.

Canvassing will immediately disqualify.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

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Applications may be submitted by

  • Email
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APPLY TO THIS JOB VACANCY

Roll Number:
12312L
Apply To:
Email only to
Darleysnaapplications2024@gmail.com

Please put SNA application in subject line.

Closing date: 31st July 2024 @12pm.
County:
Cavan

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