ADVERT ID 254871
Special Needs Assistant
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Our Lady Queen of the Apostles
Dunawley Avenue
Clondalkin
Dublin 22
Dublin
D22X729
Clondalkin
Dublin 22
Dublin
D22X729
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Jun 10 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jun 24 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
2
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS 2
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
32
Current Enrolment:
471
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:
Two full hour fixed terms available for the 26/27 school year, replacing SNAs on job shares.
Candidates must be willing to work under the direction of the Class Teacher as well as the SEN Coordinator and Principal and be willing to avail of all relevant training.
Candidates must be able to work on their own initiative and display a strong work ethic. In addition, the successful applicants should have a flexible approach and demonstrate willingness to work as part of a team. Successful candidates will be expected to respect confidentiality at all times.
Recent experience in an SNA role and experience with and specific competencies to meet the needs of children who are autistic and/or have ADHD are desirable.
Dynamic team in Clonburris, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Excellent teamwork and collaboration amongst SNAs, teachers and ancillary staff, which includes 19 mainstream teachers, 10 Special Education teachers, an EAL teacher and HSCL Coordinator. Supportive Parents Association and strong links with the local school community.
Active Social Committee and committed, welcoming staff.
Applications only accepted by email to snaapplications@clonburrisns.ie and must be received by 5 pm on June 24th, 2026.
Please type the candidate name in the title of email attachments.
Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Those shortlisted will be requested to provide copies of certificates etc via email in advance of interviews.
Candidates must be willing to work under the direction of the Class Teacher as well as the SEN Coordinator and Principal and be willing to avail of all relevant training.
Candidates must be able to work on their own initiative and display a strong work ethic. In addition, the successful applicants should have a flexible approach and demonstrate willingness to work as part of a team. Successful candidates will be expected to respect confidentiality at all times.
Recent experience in an SNA role and experience with and specific competencies to meet the needs of children who are autistic and/or have ADHD are desirable.
Dynamic team in Clonburris, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Excellent teamwork and collaboration amongst SNAs, teachers and ancillary staff, which includes 19 mainstream teachers, 10 Special Education teachers, an EAL teacher and HSCL Coordinator. Supportive Parents Association and strong links with the local school community.
Active Social Committee and committed, welcoming staff.
Applications only accepted by email to snaapplications@clonburrisns.ie and must be received by 5 pm on June 24th, 2026.
Please type the candidate name in the title of email attachments.
Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Those shortlisted will be requested to provide copies of certificates etc via email in advance of interviews.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
19566I
Apply To:
The Chairperson of the Board of Management
snaapplications@clonburrisns.ie
snaapplications@clonburrisns.ie
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 22
Enquiries To:
Website:
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