ADVERT ID 239217
Special Needs Assistant
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Holy Family JNS
Holy Family J.N.S.
Forest Park
River Valley
Swords
K67 PX92
Forest Park
River Valley
Swords
K67 PX92
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Deactivated
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Jun 18 2025
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jul 2 2025
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 28 2025
Status of Post:
Part-Time
Number of Vacancies:
3
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Junior School
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
40
Current Enrolment:
581
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:
There is 1 Junior Infant Day (.83) 5 days per week as per NCSE allocation.
There are 2 fixed term temporary posts for 1 year that have arisen as a result of job-sharing
All three positions are for a Junior Infant Day (.83) 5 days per week - 8.50 am to 1.30 pm daily (with additional Croke Park Hours)
Requirements
Relevant qualifications and experience
An additional qualification in additional/special needs care and/or education, is advantageous. Additional childcare and/or other relevant qualifications or course (e.g. First Aid, Positive Behaviour Support Strategies etc) would be advantageous.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience of working with children with sensory impairments, medical or care needs would be highly desirable.
Candidates must be willing to uphold the ethos of the school.
The candidate must display a strong work ethic, flexibility and the initiative to work independently and as part of a team. The must also show willingness to be involved in school activities.
The successful candidates will be expected to respect the dignity and the confidentiality of the pupils and will be expected to avail of further training as required.
Initial duties may be subject to change.
The proposed date for in person interviews is Wednesday July 2nd 2025.
The appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements, confirmation of qualifications and occupational health screening (Medmark).
This position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Applications will only be accepted by email. Please put SNA Application in the subject line of the email. Canvassing will disqualify.
Applicants who are deemed to be members of the SNA SUPPLEMENTARY PANEL with supplementary rights must furnish a certified copy of a PF1 form at the time of application.
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There are 2 fixed term temporary posts for 1 year that have arisen as a result of job-sharing
All three positions are for a Junior Infant Day (.83) 5 days per week - 8.50 am to 1.30 pm daily (with additional Croke Park Hours)
Requirements
Relevant qualifications and experience
An additional qualification in additional/special needs care and/or education, is advantageous. Additional childcare and/or other relevant qualifications or course (e.g. First Aid, Positive Behaviour Support Strategies etc) would be advantageous.
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience of working with children with sensory impairments, medical or care needs would be highly desirable.
Candidates must be willing to uphold the ethos of the school.
The candidate must display a strong work ethic, flexibility and the initiative to work independently and as part of a team. The must also show willingness to be involved in school activities.
The successful candidates will be expected to respect the dignity and the confidentiality of the pupils and will be expected to avail of further training as required.
Initial duties may be subject to change.
The proposed date for in person interviews is Wednesday July 2nd 2025.
The appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements, confirmation of qualifications and occupational health screening (Medmark).
This position is subject to NCSE allocation and SENO review.
Applications will only be accepted by email. Please put SNA Application in the subject line of the email. Canvassing will disqualify.
Applicants who are deemed to be members of the SNA SUPPLEMENTARY PANEL with supplementary rights must furnish a certified copy of a PF1 form at the time of application.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
19721R
Apply To:
applications2025@holyfamilyjns.ie
Holy Family J.N.S.
Forest Fields River Valley
Swords
K67 PX92
Holy Family J.N.S.
Forest Fields River Valley
Swords
K67 PX92
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
County Dublin
Enquiries To:
01 8404394
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