ADVERT ID 254907
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Jun 10 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jun 24 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Standard SNA
Number of Vacancies:
2
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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:
22
Current Enrolment:
377
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:
Scoil Naomh Eoin will open our first Autism Class in September 2026.
There are 2 Standard SNA positions available. These are Infant Day (0.83) posts.
Any additional fixed-term positions for the 2026/27 school year may be filled from a panel of suitable candidates.
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to join our team who are committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and holistic development of children.
The ideal candidates will have experience working with children with additional educational needs. Experience in working with children with Autism is preferable but not essential. SNAs in our school work in mainstream classrooms and/or Autism Classes.
The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy, kind and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every pupil can thrive. Good teamwork skills are essential.
Any applicant with a PF1 form should indicate this on their application and supply a copy of the PF1 form with their application.
Duties assigned to the posts with be in accordance with circular 0032/2026.
Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and Patron approval.
Postal applications only. Email applications will not be considered.
Please mark envelope: SNA APPLICATION
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Interviews scheduled to take place during the week starting Monday 6th July.
There are 2 Standard SNA positions available. These are Infant Day (0.83) posts.
Any additional fixed-term positions for the 2026/27 school year may be filled from a panel of suitable candidates.
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to join our team who are committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and holistic development of children.
The ideal candidates will have experience working with children with additional educational needs. Experience in working with children with Autism is preferable but not essential. SNAs in our school work in mainstream classrooms and/or Autism Classes.
The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy, kind and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every pupil can thrive. Good teamwork skills are essential.
Any applicant with a PF1 form should indicate this on their application and supply a copy of the PF1 form with their application.
Duties assigned to the posts with be in accordance with circular 0032/2026.
Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and Patron approval.
Postal applications only. Email applications will not be considered.
Please mark envelope: SNA APPLICATION
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Interviews scheduled to take place during the week starting Monday 6th July.
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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
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Standard Application Form for SNA Posts - in English
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
18641O
Apply To:
The Chairperson,
Scoil Naomh Eoin,
Killenard
Portarlington
Co.Laois
R32 F782
Scoil Naomh Eoin,
Killenard
Portarlington
Co.Laois
R32 F782
County:
Laois
Enquiries To:
Website:
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