ADVERT ID 259097
School Transport Bus Escort
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Midleton CBS Primary School
Rosary Place
Castleredmond
Midleton
P25EK13
Castleredmond
Midleton
P25EK13
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jul 20 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 31 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
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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:
21
Current Enrolment:
200
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:
School Bus Escort – Part-Time Position
Midleton CBS Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, reliable and responsible School Bus Escort to support pupils attending our Autism Classes.
Hours of Work
* Morning route: Approximately 7:30am departure to collect pupils and accompany them safely to school.
* Afternoon route: Collection from school at 1:30pm to accompany pupils safely home.
* Routes involve collecting and dropping off children at various locations.
Start Date: Thursday, 27th August
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils while travelling on the school bus.
* Assisting pupils to board and exit the bus safely.
* Supporting pupils during the journey in a calm, caring and reassuring manner.
* Maintaining appropriate communication with the bus driver, school staff and parents where required.
* Following all school and Department of Education transport procedures.
Essential Qualities
The ideal candidate will:
* Be kind, patient and compassionate.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Be dependable, punctual and organised.
* Be able to remain calm and respond appropriately in different situations.
* Have an understanding of the needs of young children and a commitment to their safety and wellbeing.
Desirable (but not essential)
* Previous experience as a School Bus Escort, Special Needs Assistant (SNA), childcare practitioner or in a similar caring role.
* Experience supporting children with additional needs, including autism.
Full Garda Vetting will be required prior to appointment and will be arranged by the school.
Applications, including a brief cover letter and CV, should be emailed to office@midletoncbsprimary.ie
Midleton CBS Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
Midleton CBS Primary School is seeking to appoint a caring, reliable and responsible School Bus Escort to support pupils attending our Autism Classes.
Hours of Work
* Morning route: Approximately 7:30am departure to collect pupils and accompany them safely to school.
* Afternoon route: Collection from school at 1:30pm to accompany pupils safely home.
* Routes involve collecting and dropping off children at various locations.
Start Date: Thursday, 27th August
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of pupils while travelling on the school bus.
* Assisting pupils to board and exit the bus safely.
* Supporting pupils during the journey in a calm, caring and reassuring manner.
* Maintaining appropriate communication with the bus driver, school staff and parents where required.
* Following all school and Department of Education transport procedures.
Essential Qualities
The ideal candidate will:
* Be kind, patient and compassionate.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Be dependable, punctual and organised.
* Be able to remain calm and respond appropriately in different situations.
* Have an understanding of the needs of young children and a commitment to their safety and wellbeing.
Desirable (but not essential)
* Previous experience as a School Bus Escort, Special Needs Assistant (SNA), childcare practitioner or in a similar caring role.
* Experience supporting children with additional needs, including autism.
Full Garda Vetting will be required prior to appointment and will be arranged by the school.
Applications, including a brief cover letter and CV, should be emailed to office@midletoncbsprimary.ie
Midleton CBS Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
16684W
Apply To:
County:
Cork
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