ADVERT ID 254610
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jun 8 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jun 22 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Aug 24 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
3
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Voluntary Secondary School
School Structure:
Boys
Current Enrolment:
604
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
2.5 SNAs are required on Fixed-Term contracts for the academic year 2026-2027. One position is 0.5 arising from a job share.
The Board of Management of St Mel’s College seeks applications from suitably qualified SNAs for the above 2.5 positions. St Mel’s College is an all boys Diocesan secondary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise.
Please submit a letter of application, as well as an up to date CV with contact details of two referees. Applications must be submitted via email to recruitment@stmelscollege.ie The subject line in the email should read, SNA Application. No applications by post. The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026. Appointments are subject to sanction and approval of the Department of Education and subject to Medical Fitness and Garda Vetting.
The successful candidate will work as part of our SEN team. Written references and Vetting Disclosure will be required only from those who are invited to interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. St. Mel’s College is an equal opportunities employer.
Applicants should be:
- suitably qualified
- experienced working with young people with needs (including autism and medical care needs)
- able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team, be flexible, hard-working and caring in an educational environment
-supporting students in mainstream classes and our two autism classes.
The Board of Management of St Mel’s College seeks applications from suitably qualified SNAs for the above 2.5 positions. St Mel’s College is an all boys Diocesan secondary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise.
Please submit a letter of application, as well as an up to date CV with contact details of two referees. Applications must be submitted via email to recruitment@stmelscollege.ie The subject line in the email should read, SNA Application. No applications by post. The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Monday 22nd June 2026. Appointments are subject to sanction and approval of the Department of Education and subject to Medical Fitness and Garda Vetting.
The successful candidate will work as part of our SEN team. Written references and Vetting Disclosure will be required only from those who are invited to interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. St. Mel’s College is an equal opportunities employer.
Applicants should be:
- suitably qualified
- experienced working with young people with needs (including autism and medical care needs)
- able to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a team, be flexible, hard-working and caring in an educational environment
-supporting students in mainstream classes and our two autism classes.
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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
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
63750B
Apply To:
Secretary Board of Management by email to recruitment@stmelscollege.ie
County:
Longford
Enquiries To:
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