ADVERT ID 254699
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Jun 9 2026
Application Closing Date:
Tue Jun 23 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Aug 31 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:
7
Current Enrolment:
81
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:
The following experience and skills are desirable:
- Supporting students with a range of needs (e.g. sensory, communicative, emotional, behavioural and significant primary care needs)
- Supporting students with autism within mainstream & special class settings
- Knowledge of and experience in the development of Primary care Plans (PCPs)
- Willingness to lead and organise initiatives and events that foster a sense of community, a strong school culture and develop inter-school networks.
- Strong communication skills which contribute to the development of the school in collaboration with the Principal, staff, pupils, and the whole school community.
- The ability to promote a culture of caring, learning and creativity amongst all stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
The appointment will be subject to Garda vetting requirements, Occupational health screening, evidence of qualifications and satisfactory references (minimum of three). Please include PF1 if applicable.
- Supporting students with a range of needs (e.g. sensory, communicative, emotional, behavioural and significant primary care needs)
- Supporting students with autism within mainstream & special class settings
- Knowledge of and experience in the development of Primary care Plans (PCPs)
- Willingness to lead and organise initiatives and events that foster a sense of community, a strong school culture and develop inter-school networks.
- Strong communication skills which contribute to the development of the school in collaboration with the Principal, staff, pupils, and the whole school community.
- The ability to promote a culture of caring, learning and creativity amongst all stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
The appointment will be subject to Garda vetting requirements, Occupational health screening, evidence of qualifications and satisfactory references (minimum of three). Please include PF1 if applicable.
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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:
12587E
Apply To:
recruitment@coolardns.ie
County:
Kerry
Enquiries To:
068 22300
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