ADVERT ID 263336
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Oct 16 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Oct 30 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 9 2026
Status of Post:
Standard SNA
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
7
Current Enrolment:
82
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:
This position is for 0.83 of a post in a mainstream classroom.
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistant to join our team who is committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and holistic development of children. The ideal candidate should have experience working with children with additional educational needs and special educational needs. The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy, kind and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every child can thrive. Good teamwork skills are essential.
Please note:
Candidates are required to have qualifications as per Department of Education Guidelines including the Children's First E-Learning Programme.
Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and approval from the school's patron.
Email applications only.
Subject line of email: SNA Application.
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistant to join our team who is committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and holistic development of children. The ideal candidate should have experience working with children with additional educational needs and special educational needs. The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy, kind and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every child can thrive. Good teamwork skills are essential.
Please note:
Candidates are required to have qualifications as per Department of Education Guidelines including the Children's First E-Learning Programme.
Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and approval from the school's patron.
Email applications only.
Subject line of email: SNA Application.
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
07455G
Apply To:
Email: Chairperson@ballygarns.com
County:
Galway
Website:
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