ADVERT ID 255355
Special Needs Assistant
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Drumlease NS
Dromahair
Co.Leitrim
Dromahair
F91T946
Co.Leitrim
Dromahair
F91T946
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jun 12 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jun 26 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
1
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
7
Current Enrolment:
160
Droichead school:
No
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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:
This is a specified Purpose (Fixed Term) contract to fulfill the role of a Jobshare for the school year 2026 - 2027.
The successful candidate will be required to work a week-on/week-off.
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to join our team who are committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and development of children.
The ideal candidates will have experience working with children with additional educational needs and special educational needs. Experience in special classes (ASD) is preferable but not essential. The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every pupil can thrive.
Please Note:
- Candidates are required to have qualifications as per Department of Education guidelines including the Children's First E-Learning Programme completed.
- Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and Patron approval.
Please put SNA APPLICATION in the subject bar of your email. Candidates are asked to identify which position/positions they are interested in applying for in their letter of application.
The successful candidate will be required to work a week-on/week-off.
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) to join our team who are committed to supporting the inclusion, wellbeing and development of children.
The ideal candidates will have experience working with children with additional educational needs and special educational needs. Experience in special classes (ASD) is preferable but not essential. The successful applicant must be professional, trustworthy and passionate about creating a positive, supportive environment where every pupil can thrive.
Please Note:
- Candidates are required to have qualifications as per Department of Education guidelines including the Children's First E-Learning Programme completed.
- Appointment is subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, satisfactory references and Patron approval.
Please put SNA APPLICATION in the subject bar of your email. Candidates are asked to identify which position/positions they are interested in applying for in their letter of application.
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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:
15382B
Apply To:
Chairperson Mary Cullen
Drumlease NS
Dromahair
Co.Leitrim
Dromahair
F91T946
Drumlease NS
Dromahair
Co.Leitrim
Dromahair
F91T946
County:
Leitrim
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