ADVERT ID 258295
Special Needs Assistant
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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:
Wed Aug 26 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
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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:
25
Current Enrolment:
400
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:
Harold's Cross National School is a vibrant, co-educational, double-stream school. We are looking for an enthusiastic SNA to join our dedicated staff. Our staff work in strong partnership with parents to ensure that every student's full potential is realised.
We are currently inviting applications for a full-time SNA position for the 2026/2027 school year. The school re-opens on August 27th, with a staff planning day on August 26th.
The appointment is subject to Department of Education Circular 0049/2026 and the NCSE SNA allocation for the school year. The post is also subject to the SNA Redeployment Scheme Circular 0022/2026, suitable Garda Vetting, satisfactory references and standard Department of Education Procedures. Duties will be in line with NCSE guidelines for SNA roles.
Applications are accepted by email or post. Please write 'SNA application' in the subject line, or on the front of the envelope. Emails to office@haroldscrossns.ie or by post to the address listed below.
Requirements
• Minimum Qualification: QQI Level 6 SNA qualification (or equivalent) is required.
• A collaborative, positive approach to working as part of a team and engaging with the wider school community.
Please Note:
• Due to the high volume of applications, we may only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview via email.
• A panel may be formed from these interviews to fill any future positions that may arise during the school year.
We are currently inviting applications for a full-time SNA position for the 2026/2027 school year. The school re-opens on August 27th, with a staff planning day on August 26th.
The appointment is subject to Department of Education Circular 0049/2026 and the NCSE SNA allocation for the school year. The post is also subject to the SNA Redeployment Scheme Circular 0022/2026, suitable Garda Vetting, satisfactory references and standard Department of Education Procedures. Duties will be in line with NCSE guidelines for SNA roles.
Applications are accepted by email or post. Please write 'SNA application' in the subject line, or on the front of the envelope. Emails to office@haroldscrossns.ie or by post to the address listed below.
Requirements
• Minimum Qualification: QQI Level 6 SNA qualification (or equivalent) is required.
• A collaborative, positive approach to working as part of a team and engaging with the wider school community.
Please Note:
• Due to the high volume of applications, we may only be able to contact shortlisted candidates.
• Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview via email.
• A panel may be formed from these interviews to fill any future positions that may arise during the school year.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Unbound/Slide Binder)
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19924I
Apply To:
Ref: SNA Position,
Harold's Cross National School,
Clareville Road
Dublin 6W
D6W FR66
Or by email Ref: 'SNA Position', to office@haroldscrossns.ie
Harold's Cross National School,
Clareville Road
Dublin 6W
D6W FR66
Or by email Ref: 'SNA Position', to office@haroldscrossns.ie
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 6W
Website:
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