ADVERT ID 250961
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Apr 24 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri May 8 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon May 18 2026
Status of Post:
Part-Time
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:
17
Current Enrolment:
225
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:
We are inviting applications for a permanent 0.83 Special Needs Assistant position in our school. This is an infant hours post.
The successful candidate must be able to work effectively as part of a team and show initiative, be flexible and have a strong work ethic. They will work closely with the class teachers and school team to support pupils’ learning, communication, social development, independence, and regulation, including supporting care needs.
Experience in special education and working with a variety of needs is desirable.
Appointment is also subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening and satisfactory references. Completion of Children First training is a requirement for the successful candidate.
Please enter "SNA Application 2026" into the subject line in your email of application.
The successful candidate must be able to work effectively as part of a team and show initiative, be flexible and have a strong work ethic. They will work closely with the class teachers and school team to support pupils’ learning, communication, social development, independence, and regulation, including supporting care needs.
Experience in special education and working with a variety of needs is desirable.
Appointment is also subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening and satisfactory references. Completion of Children First training is a requirement for the successful candidate.
Please enter "SNA Application 2026" into the subject line in your email of application.
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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
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Roll Number:
18473T
Apply To:
Chairperson of the BOM at aughrimapplications2024@gmail.com
County:
Wicklow
Enquiries To:
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