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Substitute - maternity

1

Mainstream with Special Classes

Vertical

Girls

Catholic

32

401

Yes

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.

Successful applicants will be expected to display the following skills and competencies:

1. Have experience of working with children who are Deaf
2. Have an ability to communicate in Irish Sign Language
3. Display an excellent level of communication skills in English
4. Display flexibility, team work and initiative to work independently as well as part of the team
5. Have experience of and enthusiasm for working with children
6. Have an interest and willingness to provide additional support to the pupils
7. Be able to respect the dignity and confidentiality of the pupils
8. Be willing to avail of accredited courses in Irish Sign Language and other training as required

Duties include communicating between teacher and children in ISL, working with children of all ages, assisting children with intimate care, accessing activities and supporting students with challenging behaviours and complex physical needs.
Additional relevant qualifications e.g. Irish Sign Language, first aid, manual handling, Lámh, PECS, etc. are desirable.