ADVERT ID 260107
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Aug 4 2026
Application Closing Date:
Tue Aug 18 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
Number of hours per week:
32
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Voluntary Secondary School
Current Enrolment:
720
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of The King’s Hospital School welcomes applications for the post of Special Needs Assistant. This is a full-time position.
Candidates must be qualified as per Department of Education and Youth guidelines for SNAs. Applicants should also demonstrate a professional, flexible, self-motivated and caring approach to the role and display initiative in the area of Special Needs Support. Experience to include but is not limited to, care needs, Moderate General Learning Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, and behavioural challenges.
The post will be filled in accordance with DES guidelines, relevant Circular letters, Medical Fitness and Vetting Disclosure from the National Vetting Bureau. The successful candidate needs to be flexible, self-motivated and demonstrate positive interpersonal and communication skills.
Shortlisting may apply and only those shortlisted will be contacted by email.
Interviews will take place from the 18th of August 2026. The successful candidate should be available to commence induction on Monday 24th August 2026.
***Applications by email only please to vacancies@thekingshospital.ie ***
Please provide:
- CV including referees
- Letter of Application
- Copy of qualifications
The King’s Hospital School is an equal opportunities employer.
The position will be subject to the sanction and conditions of the Department of Education.
Please state very clearly in application and enclose a Panel Form (PF1) where relevant.
Candidates must be qualified as per Department of Education and Youth guidelines for SNAs. Applicants should also demonstrate a professional, flexible, self-motivated and caring approach to the role and display initiative in the area of Special Needs Support. Experience to include but is not limited to, care needs, Moderate General Learning Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Disorder, and behavioural challenges.
The post will be filled in accordance with DES guidelines, relevant Circular letters, Medical Fitness and Vetting Disclosure from the National Vetting Bureau. The successful candidate needs to be flexible, self-motivated and demonstrate positive interpersonal and communication skills.
Shortlisting may apply and only those shortlisted will be contacted by email.
Interviews will take place from the 18th of August 2026. The successful candidate should be available to commence induction on Monday 24th August 2026.
***Applications by email only please to vacancies@thekingshospital.ie ***
Please provide:
- CV including referees
- Letter of Application
- Copy of qualifications
The King’s Hospital School is an equal opportunities employer.
The position will be subject to the sanction and conditions of the Department of Education.
Please state very clearly in application and enclose a Panel Form (PF1) where relevant.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- 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:
60272W
Apply To:
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 20
Website:
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