ADVERT ID 258266
Special Class Teacher
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Birdhill NS
Cooleen
Birdhill
Killaloe (Cashel & Emly Diocese)
V94KC95
Birdhill
Killaloe (Cashel & Emly Diocese)
V94KC95
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jul 3 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 17 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 with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
10
Current Enrolment:
99
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:
Both posts are for the duration of the school year 2026 / 2027
You may be asked to teach in a Multi-grade, SET or Special class position.
This post is subject to current vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council registration and satisfactory references
Applicants should have;
• a comprehensive knowledge and clear understanding of the application of the Continuum of Support in primary schools.
• evidence of familiarity and understanding of the diverse needs of pupils in schools (ASD, Down Syndrome, Speech & Language, literacy, numeracy, social emotional, EAL, etc.) and the application of best practices in teaching, learning and assessment.
• a commitment to teamwork, the promotion of student voice, working in partnership with parents and the fostering of student wellbeing and a positive school culture.
NB: Applications should be submitted by email to applications@birdhillns.ie
and
• must be received by 3pm on Friday the 17th of July 2026.
• Please note 'Teacher application' in the subject line and a brief letter of application in the body of the email.
• All documents should be attached as PDFs
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email
You may be asked to teach in a Multi-grade, SET or Special class position.
This post is subject to current vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council registration and satisfactory references
Applicants should have;
• a comprehensive knowledge and clear understanding of the application of the Continuum of Support in primary schools.
• evidence of familiarity and understanding of the diverse needs of pupils in schools (ASD, Down Syndrome, Speech & Language, literacy, numeracy, social emotional, EAL, etc.) and the application of best practices in teaching, learning and assessment.
• a commitment to teamwork, the promotion of student voice, working in partnership with parents and the fostering of student wellbeing and a positive school culture.
NB: Applications should be submitted by email to applications@birdhillns.ie
and
• must be received by 3pm on Friday the 17th of July 2026.
• Please note 'Teacher application' in the subject line and a brief letter of application in the body of the email.
• All documents should be attached as PDFs
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Teaching Council Registration
- Standard Application Form for Teaching Posts - in English
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
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