ADVERT ID 252078
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon May 11 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon May 25 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Part-Time
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:
4
Current Enrolment:
66
Droichead school:
No
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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:
The post is fixed term part time to cover a job share.
Scoil Fhiachna invites applications from highly dedicated candidates for this position.
Candidates are required to have minimum qualifications as per Department of
Education guidelines.
Candidates must be willing to work under the direction of the Class Teacher as well
as the Principal and be willing to avail of all relevant training.
Candidates must be able to work on his or her own initiative and display a strong
work ethic. In addition, the candidates should have a flexible approach and
demonstrate willingness to work as part of a team.
Willingness to get involved in school initiatives and share specific knowledge and
expertise in such areas would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will be expected to always respect confidentiality.
Candidates must have evidence of continued professional development.
Candidates who have experience working with children with ASD,
emotional/behavioural needs, epilepsy and ADHD is advantageous.
The initial duties of the post may change according to the care needs of the pupils.
Candidates should be energetic, enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work both on their own initiative and in a team capacity.
Please outline in your letter of application how your skills/experience meet the
requirements of the job description.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements and occupational
health screening.
Applications will be accepted by email only.
Please mark “SNA Application” in the subject line of your email.
Any canvassing will disqualify without exception.
The position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Scoil Fhiachna invites applications from highly dedicated candidates for this position.
Candidates are required to have minimum qualifications as per Department of
Education guidelines.
Candidates must be willing to work under the direction of the Class Teacher as well
as the Principal and be willing to avail of all relevant training.
Candidates must be able to work on his or her own initiative and display a strong
work ethic. In addition, the candidates should have a flexible approach and
demonstrate willingness to work as part of a team.
Willingness to get involved in school initiatives and share specific knowledge and
expertise in such areas would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will be expected to always respect confidentiality.
Candidates must have evidence of continued professional development.
Candidates who have experience working with children with ASD,
emotional/behavioural needs, epilepsy and ADHD is advantageous.
The initial duties of the post may change according to the care needs of the pupils.
Candidates should be energetic, enthusiastic, flexible, and able to work both on their own initiative and in a team capacity.
Please outline in your letter of application how your skills/experience meet the
requirements of the job description.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements and occupational
health screening.
Applications will be accepted by email only.
Please mark “SNA Application” in the subject line of your email.
Any canvassing will disqualify without exception.
The position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
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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:
19420D
Apply To:
applications@glengarriffns.ie
County:
Cork
Enquiries To:
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