ADVERT ID 255893
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jun 18 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 3 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
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
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
12
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:
This is a fixed term 0.5 Job Share position for the 26/27 school year.
The successful candidate may be required to work in either a Special Class for pupils with Autism or in mainstream setting, depending on the needs of the school and pupils.
The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, initiative, professionalism and a willingness to work collaboratively as part of a highly effective team in supporting pupils with additional care and educational needs.
The following experience, skills and attributes are desirable.
-Experience supporting pupils with a range of needs, including sensory, emotional and behavioural, and care needs
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with school staff and pupils.
-Knowledge of, and experience of contributing to the development, implementation and review of Primary Care plans and pupils support plans.
-A willingness to engage in continuing professional development and undertake courses relevant to the needs of the pupils and the school.
Posts are allocated by the NCSE and subject to review.
This appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, current vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening requirements.
Applications close at 5pm on 3rd July 2026.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
The successful candidate may be required to work in either a Special Class for pupils with Autism or in mainstream setting, depending on the needs of the school and pupils.
The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, initiative, professionalism and a willingness to work collaboratively as part of a highly effective team in supporting pupils with additional care and educational needs.
The following experience, skills and attributes are desirable.
-Experience supporting pupils with a range of needs, including sensory, emotional and behavioural, and care needs
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with school staff and pupils.
-Knowledge of, and experience of contributing to the development, implementation and review of Primary Care plans and pupils support plans.
-A willingness to engage in continuing professional development and undertake courses relevant to the needs of the pupils and the school.
Posts are allocated by the NCSE and subject to review.
This appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, current vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening requirements.
Applications close at 5pm on 3rd July 2026.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- 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:
18371L
Apply To:
Creeslough
Letterkenny
Letterkenny
County:
Donegal
Enquiries To:
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