ADVERT ID 248548
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Mar 5 2026
Application Closing Date:
Thu Mar 19 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 26 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
Number of hours per week:
32
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Secondary School
School Structure:
Boys
Current Enrolment:
440
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of St. Mary's Academy CBS invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Special Needs Assistant, to work in our mainstream classes and/or Autism Special Class.
Duties will be in accordance with the most recent Department of Education circular governing the role of the Special Needs Assistant (Circular 0030/2014):
https://www.education.ie/en/Circulars-and-Forms/Active-Circulars/cl0030_2014.pdf
Applicants should demonstrate:
A professional, flexible and caring approach and the ability to support students with a range of additional educational needs, including emotional, behavioural, physical, medical and personal care needs.
Further information about the school is available at:
www.cbscarlow.net
This position is subject to the sanction of the NCSE, the Department of Education and Youth and the Board of Management. The appointment will be made in accordance with Department guidelines, relevant circulars, medical fitness requirements and National Vetting Bureau disclosure.
Shortlisting will apply. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email. Canvassing will disqualify.
Application Details
Please submit:
A Digital CV
Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
A letter of application
Two written references
Name & contact details of two referees
Email applications to: principal@cbscarlow.net
Please include “Your Name – SNA Application” in the subject line.
Applications must be received no later than 4pm on Wednesday 18th March.
Duties will be in accordance with the most recent Department of Education circular governing the role of the Special Needs Assistant (Circular 0030/2014):
https://www.education.ie/en/Circulars-and-Forms/Active-Circulars/cl0030_2014.pdf
Applicants should demonstrate:
A professional, flexible and caring approach and the ability to support students with a range of additional educational needs, including emotional, behavioural, physical, medical and personal care needs.
Further information about the school is available at:
www.cbscarlow.net
This position is subject to the sanction of the NCSE, the Department of Education and Youth and the Board of Management. The appointment will be made in accordance with Department guidelines, relevant circulars, medical fitness requirements and National Vetting Bureau disclosure.
Shortlisting will apply. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email. Canvassing will disqualify.
Application Details
Please submit:
A Digital CV
Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
A letter of application
Two written references
Name & contact details of two referees
Email applications to: principal@cbscarlow.net
Please include “Your Name – SNA Application” in the subject line.
Applications must be received no later than 4pm on Wednesday 18th March.
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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
- References (written)
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
61120E
Apply To:
principal@cbscarlow.net
County:
Carlow
Enquiries To:
Website:
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