ADVERT ID 243715
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Aug 25 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Sep 1 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Sep 8 2025
Status of Post:
Substitute
Number of Vacancies:
2
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Special School
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
24
Current Enrolment:
142
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:
St. Laserian’s School is recruiting SNAs who have experience, a willingness to engage in professional development, high interest in supporting our students in the age group 5-18 years in all areas of the school, and who are responsive to the changing needs of the school.
St Laserian's School educates learners who present with a Mild, Moderate, or Severe to Profound I.D. Many learners are autistic and present with complex needs.
Applicants should have experience of working with children/young adults with Autism, Severe to Profound I.D., as well as children/young adults with physical disabilities, medical needs such as epilepsy, and personal care needs. Experience in using LÁMH is desirable.
Applicants should have knowledge and experience of managing behaviours of concern. However, training will be provided.
Applicants will be expected to collaborate with all members of staff for the development of the whole school and to maximise each student’s potential.
Tusla Children’s First Certificate must be completed and submitted with the application.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements and occupational health screening.
Please submit the Standard Application Form for SNA Posts by post only to the address below marked ‘SNA Application’.
Any canvassing will disqualify without exception.
The positions are subject to NCSE allocation.
Only applicants that meet the criteria for interview will be contacted.
Applications are to be addressed to the Chairperson.
Please outline in your letter of application how your skills/experience meet the requirements of the job description.
Both long term and short term substitute positions are to be filled through this process.
St Laserian's School educates learners who present with a Mild, Moderate, or Severe to Profound I.D. Many learners are autistic and present with complex needs.
Applicants should have experience of working with children/young adults with Autism, Severe to Profound I.D., as well as children/young adults with physical disabilities, medical needs such as epilepsy, and personal care needs. Experience in using LÁMH is desirable.
Applicants should have knowledge and experience of managing behaviours of concern. However, training will be provided.
Applicants will be expected to collaborate with all members of staff for the development of the whole school and to maximise each student’s potential.
Tusla Children’s First Certificate must be completed and submitted with the application.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements and occupational health screening.
Please submit the Standard Application Form for SNA Posts by post only to the address below marked ‘SNA Application’.
Any canvassing will disqualify without exception.
The positions are subject to NCSE allocation.
Only applicants that meet the criteria for interview will be contacted.
Applications are to be addressed to the Chairperson.
Please outline in your letter of application how your skills/experience meet the requirements of the job description.
Both long term and short term substitute positions are to be filled through this process.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19315G
Apply To:
David O'Flaherty
Chairperson, Board of Management
St. Laserian's School
Dublin Road
Carlow
R93N704
(Post box available to the right of the school front door).
Chairperson, Board of Management
St. Laserian's School
Dublin Road
Carlow
R93N704
(Post box available to the right of the school front door).
County:
Carlow
Enquiries To:
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