ADVERT ID 259975
Special Needs Assistant
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Loreto Secondary School, Letterkenny
Letterkenny
Letterkenny
Letterkenny
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Aug 3 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Aug 14 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed Purpose
Number of Vacancies:
1
Number of hours per week:
32
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Secondary School
Current Enrolment:
924
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Special Needs Assistant at Loreto Secondary School.
This position is a full time temporary contract until December 18th 2026.
The successful candidate is expected to accept and promote the Catholic ethos of the school
HOW TO APPLY: Please email recruitment@loretoletterkenny.ie.
Late applications will not be considered. Shortlisting may apply. This position is subject to Department of Education approval.
Interviews week of 17th August 2026
Essential Requirements
* Relevant SNA qualification meeting Department of Education requirements (minimum QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent).
* Garda Vetting appropriate to working with children.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Flexibility and willingness to support students across a variety of settings.
* Commitment to safeguarding children and promoting student wellbeing.
This position is a full time temporary contract until December 18th 2026.
The successful candidate is expected to accept and promote the Catholic ethos of the school
HOW TO APPLY: Please email recruitment@loretoletterkenny.ie.
Late applications will not be considered. Shortlisting may apply. This position is subject to Department of Education approval.
Interviews week of 17th August 2026
Essential Requirements
* Relevant SNA qualification meeting Department of Education requirements (minimum QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent).
* Garda Vetting appropriate to working with children.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Flexibility and willingness to support students across a variety of settings.
* Commitment to safeguarding children and promoting student wellbeing.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- References (written)
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
62840U
Apply To:
County:
Donegal
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