Gníomhach

Bunscoil

Aoine Márta 27 2026

Aoine Aib 24 2026

Déar Lún 27 2026

Téarma Seasta

1

Scoil Speisialta

Ingearach

Comhoideachas

Eile

6

30

Tá

Féadfar painéal inmheánach d’iarratasóirí oiriúnacha a bhunú chun folúntais a líonadh a d’fhéadfadh teacht chun cinn laistigh de thréimhse ama ar leith ón dáta a fhaomhfaidh an Bord an t-iarrthóir rathúil (ceithre mhí i gcás poist mhúinteora agus fad na scoilbhliana do phoist CRS).

ABACAS Kilnamanagh is a special school for children with Autism and Complex Needs. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Special Needs Assistant for a fixed-term position covering a career break.

The successful applicant will join a supportive and collaborative environment, working alongside a classroom teacher, a team of highly skilled and experienced SNAs, an onsite Behaviour Practitioner, and external visiting professionals.

ABACAS has worked extensively with the Middletown Centre of Autism and the NCSE to adopt neuroaffirming approaches, grounded in unconditional positive regard for the children we support.

Key Requirements

Significant experience working with pupils with Autism and communication difficulties in an educational setting

Demonstrated experience in managing behaviours of concern

Strong understanding and application of positive behaviour support strategies

Ability to implement low arousal, therapeutic approaches to support children with complex needs

A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to learn and develop new strategies

Ability to work effectively as part of an established and successful team.

We offer;

A highly supportive and professional working environment

Opportunities to collaborate with experienced SNAs and multidisciplinary professionals

Ongoing learning and development in evidence-based, neuroaffirming practices


Please submit your application via email and include 'SNA Application' in the subject line.

Please only supply the required documents with your application.

Experience working in a special school is essential. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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