ADVERT ID 255992
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Sun Jul 5 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jul 20 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
3
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Girls with Infant Boys
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS 2
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
17
Current Enrolment:
172
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 of this jobs are Infant days (0.83 post) whilst the 3rd is 21 hours approximately (0.66 post).
The successful SNA will be committed to supporting the care, inclusion and educational development of pupils with additional needs in an ASD class setting. A strong commitment to fostering an inclusive school environment is desirable.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable and responsive to the individual needs of pupils and the wider school community. They will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
Experience working with children with additional needs in either a special class or mainstream educational setting is highly desirable.
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.
Please include PF1 Form, if applicable.
Please write 'SNA Application' on the envelope.
The successful SNA will be committed to supporting the care, inclusion and educational development of pupils with additional needs in an ASD class setting. A strong commitment to fostering an inclusive school environment is desirable.
The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable and responsive to the individual needs of pupils and the wider school community. They will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
Experience working with children with additional needs in either a special class or mainstream educational setting is highly desirable.
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.
Please include PF1 Form, if applicable.
Please write 'SNA Application' on the envelope.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- 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:
17731K
Apply To:
Chairperson, Pat Heffernan,
C/o St Josephs Primary School,
Templemore,
Co Tipperary.
E41 W132
C/o St Josephs Primary School,
Templemore,
Co Tipperary.
E41 W132
County:
Tipperary
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