ADVERT ID 254632
Special Needs Assistant
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Gowran NS
Scoil Mhuire,
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jun 8 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jun 22 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
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:
14
Current Enrolment:
210
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:
Additional Information:
Scoil Mhuire, Gowran, invites applications from highly dedicated candidates for the position of full-time Special Needs Assistant.
Experience of working with children in a special class for children with autism is extremely desirable for this role.
We are looking for someone who can be flexible and responsive to the needs of the children and the school.
We are looking for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, can contribute to our team and work on his/her/their own initiative.
Candidates must be willing to undertake CPD courses which relate to the needs of the children & the school.
Appointment is subject to current Garda Vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Applications will be accepted by post only. Please clearly mark “SNA Application” on the envelope. Three copies of the standard application form are required. Applications to be posted to the Chairperson, Board of Management, Scoil Mhuire,
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
Canvassing will disqualify, without exception.
The position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Scoil Mhuire, Gowran, invites applications from highly dedicated candidates for the position of full-time Special Needs Assistant.
Experience of working with children in a special class for children with autism is extremely desirable for this role.
We are looking for someone who can be flexible and responsive to the needs of the children and the school.
We are looking for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, can contribute to our team and work on his/her/their own initiative.
Candidates must be willing to undertake CPD courses which relate to the needs of the children & the school.
Appointment is subject to current Garda Vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Applications will be accepted by post only. Please clearly mark “SNA Application” on the envelope. Three copies of the standard application form are required. Applications to be posted to the Chairperson, Board of Management, Scoil Mhuire,
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
Canvassing will disqualify, without exception.
The position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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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:
18064C
Apply To:
Scoil Mhuire,
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
Chapel Road
Gowran
R95ND27
County:
Kilkenny
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