ADVERT ID 245829
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Oct 17 2025
Application Closing Date:
Fri Oct 31 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 24 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
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:
15
Current Enrolment:
229
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:
Experience working in an ASD class setting is essential.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Desirable Criteria:
• Proven experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of effective strategies to promote communication, sensory regulation, and social interaction.
• Relevant training or certification in areas such as Autism Awareness, PECS, Lámh, TEACCH, or Positive Behaviour Support.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a caring, student-centred approach.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Applicants are required to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the necessary Form of Undertaking for this position.
This is a full-time, permanent position.
Desirable Criteria:
• Proven experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in an educational environment.
• Knowledge of effective strategies to promote communication, sensory regulation, and social interaction.
• Relevant training or certification in areas such as Autism Awareness, PECS, Lámh, TEACCH, or Positive Behaviour Support.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated patience, empathy, and a caring, student-centred approach.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Applicants are required to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the necessary Form of Undertaking for this position.
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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
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Roll Number:
19205W
Apply To:
Applications via email only to: jobs@sttolas.com. Please put 'Full time SNA position' in the subject box.
County:
Westmeath
Enquiries To:
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