Compassionate Special Needs Assistant (SNA Panel)

Louth and Meath ETB; Navan; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) invites applications to form a panel of Special Needs Assistants for vacancies in LMETB schools across Co. Meath.

Essential criteria include a QQI Level 3 major qualification or three grade D's in Junior Certificate; desirable criteria include QQI Level 5/6 and experience with students with additional needs. Garda Vetting is required and canvassing disqualifies applicants.

Qualifications

• A QQI Level 3 major qualification or three grade D's in Junior Certificate.
• Desirable: QQI Level 5 or 6 major award in SNA or related discipline.
• Proven experience supporting students with additional needs.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Caring, patient and flexible approach.
• Experience working with students in Special Classes/Special Schools.

Responsibilities

• Form a panel of SNAs to fill vacancies that arise in LMETB schools.
• Panel may be used for ongoing, fixed-term and part-time positions.
• Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Appointment subject to receipt of a satisfactory National Vetting Bureau disclosure.
• Canvassing by or on behalf of the applicant will disqualify.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Caring and patient

Flexible approach

Education

QQI Level 3 major qualification

Junior Certificate (3 D's)

QQI Level 5 or Level 6 major award in SNA or related discipline

Job description

Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) invites applications to form a panel of Special Needs Assistants for vacancies in LMETB schools across Co. Meath.

Essential criteria include a QQI Level 3 major qualification or three grade D's in Junior Certificate; desirable criteria include QQI Level 5/6 and experience with students with additional needs. Garda Vetting is required and canvassing disqualifies applicants.