ADVERT ID 241029
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jul 11 2025
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 25 2025
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 28 2025
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
2
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Educate Together
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
49
Current Enrolment:
663
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:
We are currently inviting applications for the position of Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to join our dedicated team.
There are 2 fixed term positions for the duration of the school year 2025/26 . Both positions are infant day posts, 08.20-13.20.
There is also year-long, full day substitute position with working hours 08.20-14.20.
Essential Criteria:
• Proven experience working with children presenting with challenging behaviour and complex learning needs, strong IT skills, with the ability to support students in using assistive technologies and digital tools and a solid understanding of Restorative Practice and its application in an educational setting
Candidates are required to have minimum qualifications as per DE guidelines. Appointments are subject to current vetting requirements and occupational health screening. Canvassing will disqualify.
Applications strictly by email only to the email address provided.
Interviews will take place on the week ending August 1st.
The school year commences on Thursday August 28th, with successful candidates expected to attend school on August 26th & 27th for assigned Croke Park hours.
There are 2 fixed term positions for the duration of the school year 2025/26 . Both positions are infant day posts, 08.20-13.20.
There is also year-long, full day substitute position with working hours 08.20-14.20.
Essential Criteria:
• Proven experience working with children presenting with challenging behaviour and complex learning needs, strong IT skills, with the ability to support students in using assistive technologies and digital tools and a solid understanding of Restorative Practice and its application in an educational setting
Candidates are required to have minimum qualifications as per DE guidelines. Appointments are subject to current vetting requirements and occupational health screening. Canvassing will disqualify.
Applications strictly by email only to the email address provided.
Interviews will take place on the week ending August 1st.
The school year commences on Thursday August 28th, with successful candidates expected to attend school on August 26th & 27th for assigned Croke Park hours.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- 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:
20348F
Apply To:
Chairperson Board of Management
Holywell ETNS
Holywell
Swords
K67AP99
Holywell ETNS
Holywell
Swords
K67AP99
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
County Dublin
Enquiries To:
Website:
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