Special Needs Assistant — Compassionate Student Support

Louth and Meath ETB; Navan; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) invites applications to form a panel of Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) for vacancies that may arise in LMETB schools across County Meath. Garda Vetting will be required, and LMETB is an equal opportunities employer.

The panel will support ongoing, fixed-term and part-time SNA vacancies as they arise during the panel's lifetime. Canvassing will disqualify applicants.

Qualifications

• Must hold QQI Level 3 major qualification or equivalent.
• Junior Certificate with at least three grade D's or equivalent.
• 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 in Special Classes or Special Schools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional needs across LMETB schools in Co. Meath.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement SNA duties and care plans.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Participation in Garda Vetting processes as required by LMETB.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Caring, patient, flexible

Education

QQI Level 3 major qualification

Junior Certificate (3 D's)

QQI Level 5/Level 6 Major Award in SNA or related

Job description

Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (LMETB) invites applications to form a panel of Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) for vacancies that may arise in LMETB schools across County Meath. Garda Vetting will be required, and LMETB is an equal opportunities employer.

The panel will support ongoing, fixed-term and part-time SNA vacancies as they arise during the panel's lifetime. Canvassing will disqualify applicants.