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654

Yes

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.

Scoil Cholmcille invites applications for the following positions.
1x (Permanent), 1x (Job Share), 2x (Ukrainian sanctioned termly review posts) 1x Maternity
Successful candidates may be required to work in a special class setting and/or mainstream setting, depending on the needs of the school and pupils.
The successful candidates 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 advantageous:
- Experience supporting communication systems
- Knowledge of positive behaviour support approaches.
- Training in areas such as autism, sensory regulation, manual handling, safeguarding , First Aid or/and behaviour support
- Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including sensory, communicative, emotional, behavioural and significant care needs.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD in special class and/or mainstream settings.
• Knowledge of, and experience contributing to the development, implementation and review of Primary Care Plans (PCPs) and pupil support plans.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to work effectively with school staff, parents and external professionals.
• A commitment to supporting the dignity, wellbeing and holistic development of every pupil.
• Relevant training and/or experience in areas such as intimate care, occupational therapy-informed approaches, or behaviour support. A QQI Level 6 Special Needs assistant qualification is desirable.
Candidates should be willing to engage in continuing professional development and undertake courses relevant to the needs of the pupils and the school. These posts are subject to NCSE allocation and review. Appointment is subject to current Garda Vetting requirements and occupational health screening.
Applicants who are deemed to be members of the SNA Supplementary Assignment Panel with supplementary assignment rights must furnish a certified copy of a completed Panel Form (PF1) with their application.

Applications will be accepted by post only and must be received no later than 5.00 p.m. on the specified closing date. Please indicate which position(s) you are applying for on the application. Only applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position upon offer of employment.
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