ADVERT ID 257692
Special Needs Assistant
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Scoil Mhuire
Brierhill
Castlegar
Galway
H91 E5C9
Castlegar
Galway
H91 E5C9
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jun 26 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 10 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
Status of Post:
Standard SNA
Number of Vacancies:
3
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
20
Current Enrolment:
249
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:
Scoil Mhuire Brierhill invites applications for the following SNA positions:
1 full-time Standard SNA post
1 0.5 Standard SNA post
1 full-time Fixed-Term SNA post
Applicants should indicate clearly in their application which post(s) they wish to be considered for.
We are seeking candidates who are flexible and responsive to the needs of the school and the children in our care. The successful candidates will be kind, enthusiastic and energetic, and will be able to contribute positively to our team while also working on their own initiative when required.
Candidates must be willing to undertake CPD courses relevant to the needs of the children and the school, and must be available to complete Croke Park hours throughout the school year.
The successful candidates will be expected to respect pupil and staff confidentiality at all times and to uphold the ethos of the school.
Knowledge, relevant experience, training and an ability to demonstrate a good understanding of Autism, ADHD, sensory needs, medical needs, emotional and behavioural needs and intimate care needs is essential. Training and experience with assistive technologies, including communication systems, is desirable.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening, completion of online Tusla Child Safeguarding Training, satisfactory references and Board of Management approval.
Applications by email only to applications@scoilmhuirebrierhill.ie by 2:00pm on 10th July.
Applications by post, or applications sent to any other email address, will not be accepted.
Only those applicants called for interview will receive a response.
1 full-time Standard SNA post
1 0.5 Standard SNA post
1 full-time Fixed-Term SNA post
Applicants should indicate clearly in their application which post(s) they wish to be considered for.
We are seeking candidates who are flexible and responsive to the needs of the school and the children in our care. The successful candidates will be kind, enthusiastic and energetic, and will be able to contribute positively to our team while also working on their own initiative when required.
Candidates must be willing to undertake CPD courses relevant to the needs of the children and the school, and must be available to complete Croke Park hours throughout the school year.
The successful candidates will be expected to respect pupil and staff confidentiality at all times and to uphold the ethos of the school.
Knowledge, relevant experience, training and an ability to demonstrate a good understanding of Autism, ADHD, sensory needs, medical needs, emotional and behavioural needs and intimate care needs is essential. Training and experience with assistive technologies, including communication systems, is desirable.
Appointment is subject to current Garda vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening, completion of online Tusla Child Safeguarding Training, satisfactory references and Board of Management approval.
Applications by email only to applications@scoilmhuirebrierhill.ie by 2:00pm on 10th July.
Applications by post, or applications sent to any other email address, will not be accepted.
Only those applicants called for interview will receive a response.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
17845C
Apply To:
County:
Galway
Enquiries To:
Further Information:
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