ADVERT ID 259359
Special Needs Assistant
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jul 24 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Aug 7 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 26 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:
7
Current Enrolment:
103
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:
There are two fulltime permanent posts, and two .83 permanent posts being advertised.
This posts are based between main steam & special classes.
SNAs are required to work Croke Park hours outside of school time. Applications will be accepted up to 1pm on the closing date.
Candidates must be able to work well as part of a team, be flexible in working across the school environment, display strong work ethic and demonstrate a willingness to avail of further training.
Experience of working with children with a diagnosis of autism is highly desirable. Experience and or training in working with children with autism, intimate care needs, emotional & behavioural difficulties is desirable.
Applicants should have qualifications as per Department of Education and Skills Circular 0051/2021
All appointments are subject to successful completion of Garda Vetting procedure, Occupational Health Screening and completion of the online Túsla Child Safeguarding training.
Please clearly mark SNA APPLICATION in the email subject. Note that only email applications will be accepted via recruitment@crehanans.com
Candidates submitting a PF1 form must do so at the time of application.
Copies of Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees will be requested on appointment. Canvassing will disqualify. Please check that your referees are relevant and contactable.
It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position upon offer of employment.
This posts are based between main steam & special classes.
SNAs are required to work Croke Park hours outside of school time. Applications will be accepted up to 1pm on the closing date.
Candidates must be able to work well as part of a team, be flexible in working across the school environment, display strong work ethic and demonstrate a willingness to avail of further training.
Experience of working with children with a diagnosis of autism is highly desirable. Experience and or training in working with children with autism, intimate care needs, emotional & behavioural difficulties is desirable.
Applicants should have qualifications as per Department of Education and Skills Circular 0051/2021
All appointments are subject to successful completion of Garda Vetting procedure, Occupational Health Screening and completion of the online Túsla Child Safeguarding training.
Please clearly mark SNA APPLICATION in the email subject. Note that only email applications will be accepted via recruitment@crehanans.com
Candidates submitting a PF1 form must do so at the time of application.
Copies of Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees will be requested on appointment. Canvassing will disqualify. Please check that your referees are relevant and contactable.
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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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:
11969N
Apply To:
County:
Waterford
Website:
Further Information:
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