ADVERT ID 238628
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Sat Jun 14 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jun 30 2025
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 27 2025
Status of Post:
Standard SNA
Number of Vacancies:
5
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS 2
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
24
Current Enrolment:
224
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:
The Board of Management of Greenmount N.S. invites applications for:
One new full-time SNA position
One new 0.82 SNA position
One fixed term, full-time SNA position
Two 0.5 SNA positions covering job shares
We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated candidates who demonstrate a genuine commitment to supporting the care and nurture needs of children with additional needs.
The ideal candidates will have:
• Relevant and recent experience working as an SNA in a primary school setting.
• Experience working in both mainstream classes and special classes attached to mainstream schools.
• Specific experience supporting children with Autism and associated care needs.
• Experience of supporting pupils with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and associated care needs.
• Evidence of recent engagement in Continuous Professional Development (CPD), particularly in areas relevant to the role.
• An understanding of and experience working with pupils from diverse cultural backgrounds, including children with English as an Additional Language (EAL).
• A flexible, adaptable approach with the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a busy school environment.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a large, dynamic team of SNAs, teachers and other professionals.
The successful candidates will be expected to contribute positively to the school’s inclusive ethos and to support pupils’ care, well-being and independence needs in a respectful and child-centred manner.
One new full-time SNA position
One new 0.82 SNA position
One fixed term, full-time SNA position
Two 0.5 SNA positions covering job shares
We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated candidates who demonstrate a genuine commitment to supporting the care and nurture needs of children with additional needs.
The ideal candidates will have:
• Relevant and recent experience working as an SNA in a primary school setting.
• Experience working in both mainstream classes and special classes attached to mainstream schools.
• Specific experience supporting children with Autism and associated care needs.
• Experience of supporting pupils with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and associated care needs.
• Evidence of recent engagement in Continuous Professional Development (CPD), particularly in areas relevant to the role.
• An understanding of and experience working with pupils from diverse cultural backgrounds, including children with English as an Additional Language (EAL).
• A flexible, adaptable approach with the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a busy school environment.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a large, dynamic team of SNAs, teachers and other professionals.
The successful candidates will be expected to contribute positively to the school’s inclusive ethos and to support pupils’ care, well-being and independence needs in a respectful and child-centred manner.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
12473M
Apply To:
All email applications must be submitted by 2.30pm on the closing date to greenmountsna2025@gmail.com
County:
Cork
Enquiries To:
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