ADVERT ID 240289
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jun 30 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jul 14 2025
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 27 2025
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
9
Current Enrolment:
98
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 is a fixed term position for the year to cover one half of a full time SNA job share. The successful candidate will work 2 days per week with alternating Wednesdays.
Please indicate 'SNA Job-share' in subject bar of email. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Essential/Desirable Criteria:
• Ideally, candidates will have completed a QQI Level 6 SNA qualification.
• Previous experience working as an SNA, particularly in special education settings, is desirable.
• Applicants should demonstrate confidence and competence in supporting pupils in both Mainstream and Special Class environments.
• A strong commitment to teamwork, flexibility, and ongoing professional development is essential. Staff development and rotation are important elements of our school culture.
Please indicate 'SNA Job-share' in subject bar of email. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Essential/Desirable Criteria:
• Ideally, candidates will have completed a QQI Level 6 SNA qualification.
• Previous experience working as an SNA, particularly in special education settings, is desirable.
• Applicants should demonstrate confidence and competence in supporting pupils in both Mainstream and Special Class environments.
• A strong commitment to teamwork, flexibility, and ongoing professional development is essential. Staff development and rotation are important elements of our school culture.
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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:
17952D
Apply To:
Dillonstown
Drumcar
Dunleer
A92 CX60
Drumcar
Dunleer
A92 CX60
County:
Louth
Enquiries To:
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