ADVERT ID 247697
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jan 8 2026
Application Closing Date:
Thu Jan 22 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Mar 16 2026
Status of Post:
Substitute - maternity
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
14
Current Enrolment:
223
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
We invite individuals who are energetic, adaptable, enthusiastic, can contribute to our team and work on his/her own initiative under the direction of the class teacher.
Experience working with children with Autism, emotional and regulation needs is preferred. Candidates must be flexible and responsive to the care needs of the children and the school.
A willingness to upskill in line with the changing needs of the school is also desirable. Please detail any CPD that has been completed.
Appointment is subject to:
• Current Garda Vetting requirements
• Occupational Health Screening
• Satisfactory references
Applications will be accepted by post only.
Please clearly mark “SNA Application” on the envelope.
Please provide an email address as candidates being called for interview will be notified via email.
Please note that only applicants who are called to interview will receive correspondence by email.
Experience working with children with Autism, emotional and regulation needs is preferred. Candidates must be flexible and responsive to the care needs of the children and the school.
A willingness to upskill in line with the changing needs of the school is also desirable. Please detail any CPD that has been completed.
Appointment is subject to:
• Current Garda Vetting requirements
• Occupational Health Screening
• Satisfactory references
Applications will be accepted by post only.
Please clearly mark “SNA Application” on the envelope.
Please provide an email address as candidates being called for interview will be notified via email.
Please note that only applicants who are called to interview will receive correspondence by email.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19744G
Apply To:
FAO: The Chairperson
Sion Hill
Dunmore
H54PD32
Sion Hill
Dunmore
H54PD32
County:
Galway
Enquiries To:
Website:
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