ADVERT ID 262287
Special Needs Assistant
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Castleknock Community College
Castleknock Community College
Carpenterstown Road
Castleknock
Dublin 15
D15A996
Carpenterstown Road
Castleknock
Dublin 15
D15A996
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Post Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Sep 16 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Sep 30 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Oct 12 2026
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
1
Number of hours per week:
32
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Community College
School Structure:
Co-Educational
Current Enrolment:
1340
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Join a thriving, dynamic school community at the heart of Dublin 15
Castleknock Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Special Needs Assistant (SNA) to join our staff.
Since opening its doors in 1995, Castleknock Community College has grown into one of Dublin's largest and most vibrant post-primary schools, with a co-educational student body of over 1,300 young people aged 12–19. Guided by our motto, "Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh Sí" ("Praise the Youth and They Will Flourish"), the College has built a proud reputation for academic excellence, a rich extra-curricular life, and a warm, inclusive, multi-denominational ethos.
About the Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a large, well-established Community College serving the fast-growing Dublin 15 area. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, supportive team of staff genuinely committed to the values and ethos of the College and will play a key role in supporting the care, welfare, and inclusion of students with additional needs, helping them to fully participate in school life and reach their potential.
What We are Looking For
• A qualified SNA, or a candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out by the Department of Education/NCSE
• A genuine commitment to student wellbeing, care, and inclusion
• Patience, reliability, and the ability to build trusting relationships with students
• A collaborative approach to working with teachers, parents, and the wider student support team
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the broader life of the College
What We Offer
• The chance to work alongside a committed and collegial staff team
• A supportive environment within a well-resourced, established Community College
• The opportunity to make a real, meaningful difference in the lives of students in a large and growing school community
Learn More
For a full history of Castleknock Community College and to find out more about our school community, please visit our website: www.castleknockcc.ie
Castleknock Community College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Special Needs Assistant (SNA) to join our staff.
Since opening its doors in 1995, Castleknock Community College has grown into one of Dublin's largest and most vibrant post-primary schools, with a co-educational student body of over 1,300 young people aged 12–19. Guided by our motto, "Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh Sí" ("Praise the Youth and They Will Flourish"), the College has built a proud reputation for academic excellence, a rich extra-curricular life, and a warm, inclusive, multi-denominational ethos.
About the Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a large, well-established Community College serving the fast-growing Dublin 15 area. The successful candidate will join a dynamic, supportive team of staff genuinely committed to the values and ethos of the College and will play a key role in supporting the care, welfare, and inclusion of students with additional needs, helping them to fully participate in school life and reach their potential.
What We are Looking For
• A qualified SNA, or a candidate who meets the eligibility criteria set out by the Department of Education/NCSE
• A genuine commitment to student wellbeing, care, and inclusion
• Patience, reliability, and the ability to build trusting relationships with students
• A collaborative approach to working with teachers, parents, and the wider student support team
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the broader life of the College
What We Offer
• The chance to work alongside a committed and collegial staff team
• A supportive environment within a well-resourced, established Community College
• The opportunity to make a real, meaningful difference in the lives of students in a large and growing school community
Learn More
For a full history of Castleknock Community College and to find out more about our school community, please visit our website: www.castleknockcc.ie
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
76062B
Apply To:
Castleknock Community College
Carpenterstown Road
Castleknock
Dublin 15
D15A996
johncronin@castleknockcc.ie
Carpenterstown Road
Castleknock
Dublin 15
D15A996
johncronin@castleknockcc.ie
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 15
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