ADVERT ID 255114
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jun 11 2026
Application Closing Date:
Thu Jun 25 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
2
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
18
Current Enrolment:
269
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:
2 x 0.83 hours positions
The successful candidates are expected to carry out duties as per circulars 0030/2014 and 0032/2026.
The Special Needs Assistant will support the care needs of pupils in our inclusive school community and assist them in accessing all aspects of school life. The role may involve supporting pupils with personal care, communication, social development, wellbeing and participation in learning activities under the direction of the Principal and teaching staff.
The successful candidates can be allocated to any SNA role in the school at any time, at the discretion of the School Principal. This includes Mainstream Classes as well as our Autism Class. The positions are subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Appointment is subject to current Garda Vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening and satisfactory references.
Applicants with PF1 forms should include a copy of this form with their application.
Applications will be accepted by post only. Applications to be received by 12 noon on 25th June 2026.
N.B. Please indicate that it is an SNA application on the subject line of the email.
Canvassing will disqualify without exception.
The successful candidates are expected to carry out duties as per circulars 0030/2014 and 0032/2026.
The Special Needs Assistant will support the care needs of pupils in our inclusive school community and assist them in accessing all aspects of school life. The role may involve supporting pupils with personal care, communication, social development, wellbeing and participation in learning activities under the direction of the Principal and teaching staff.
The successful candidates can be allocated to any SNA role in the school at any time, at the discretion of the School Principal. This includes Mainstream Classes as well as our Autism Class. The positions are subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Appointment is subject to current Garda Vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening and satisfactory references.
Applicants with PF1 forms should include a copy of this form with their application.
Applications will be accepted by post only. Applications to be received by 12 noon on 25th June 2026.
N.B. Please indicate that it is an SNA application on the subject line of the email.
Canvassing will disqualify without exception.
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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
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
19916J
Apply To:
office@stpetersnssnugboro.ie
County:
Mayo
Enquiries To:
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