ADVERT ID 257839
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Jun 29 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Jul 13 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
4
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
23
Current Enrolment:
401
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:
2 x full time SNA posts
2 x 0.83 SNA Posts (Infant day)
These positions have arisen as we are opening a new class for children with autism.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* A caring, patient and nurturing approach to supporting children.
* A commitment to inclusion and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.
* The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility, initiative and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
* A willingness to engage in continuing professional development.
Please note that the successful applicant may be assigned to support pupils in either a mainstream classroom or the school's Autism Class. Duties and placement may change in line with the needs of the school. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and current Garda Vetting requirements.
Please ensure that all documentation requested in this advertisement is submitted with your application.
2 x 0.83 SNA Posts (Infant day)
These positions have arisen as we are opening a new class for children with autism.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
* A caring, patient and nurturing approach to supporting children.
* A commitment to inclusion and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.
* The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility, initiative and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
* A willingness to engage in continuing professional development.
Please note that the successful applicant may be assigned to support pupils in either a mainstream classroom or the school's Autism Class. Duties and placement may change in line with the needs of the school. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references and current Garda Vetting requirements.
Please ensure that all documentation requested in this advertisement is submitted with your application.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- 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
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Roll Number:
18395C
Apply To:
County:
Roscommon
Website:
Further Information:
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