ADVERT ID 263482
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Oct 22 2026
Application Closing Date:
Thu Nov 5 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 30 2026
Status of Post:
Maternity Leave - Fixed Term
Number of Vacancies:
1
Number of hours per week:
32
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Secondary School
Current Enrolment:
403
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St. Muredach's College is looking for a Special Needs Assistant to cover maternity leave who will support the learning of our students with Additional Educational Needs.
The minimum standard of qualification for this appointment is a QQI Level 3 major qualification on the national framework of qualifications or a minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Cert or equivalent.
Desirable - A QQI Level 5 or Level 6 major award in Special Needs Assisting, Healthcare Support or a related discipline.
Duties will be in line with the most recent circular available online at
https://www.education.ie/en/Circulars-and-Forms/Active-Circulars/cl0030_2014.pdf
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.
They must be capable of working with and supporting a range of special educational needs - emotional, behavioural, physical, medical and personal care needs.
The successful candidate must also be a team player who is willing to collaborate closely with colleagues in creating an inclusive learning environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills will be required. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are on the SNA Supplementary Panel.
Interviews will be held week beginning the 9th November and will be held in person.
The minimum standard of qualification for this appointment is a QQI Level 3 major qualification on the national framework of qualifications or a minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Cert or equivalent.
Desirable - A QQI Level 5 or Level 6 major award in Special Needs Assisting, Healthcare Support or a related discipline.
Duties will be in line with the most recent circular available online at
https://www.education.ie/en/Circulars-and-Forms/Active-Circulars/cl0030_2014.pdf
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.
They must be capable of working with and supporting a range of special educational needs - emotional, behavioural, physical, medical and personal care needs.
The successful candidate must also be a team player who is willing to collaborate closely with colleagues in creating an inclusive learning environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills will be required. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are on the SNA Supplementary Panel.
Interviews will be held week beginning the 9th November and will be held in person.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- References (written)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
64510J
Apply To:
County:
Mayo
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