Special Needs Assistant

PA – Special Needs Assistant

Location: Kilkenny
Company: Flexiforce, a Hartley People Company
Contract: Temporary, academic year

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate PA/Special Needs Assistant (SNA) to join our team. This role is designed to support a student in further education with assessed educational needs and ensure they receive the care and assistance they require to thrive both academically and socially.

Qualifications:

The minimum required qualification for this position is one of the following:

• FETAC Level 3 major qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications, OR
• A minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Certificate, OR
• Equivalent qualification in a related field.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Special Needs Assistant, you will provide vital non-teaching support to students with special educational needs. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Classroom Support: Preparation and tidying up of classrooms, assisting with classroom activities as directed by the teacher or Principal.
• Transport Assistance: Assisting students with boarding and alighting from school buses, and traveling as an escort during school hours as necessary.
• Personal Assistance: Supporting students with specific needs such as helping with typing, writing, and the use of computers or other equipment.
• Daily Care: Assisting with feeding, clothing, toileting, and maintaining hygiene, while ensuring the health and safety of the student.
• Field Trips & Activities: Assisting during out-of-school visits, walks, examinations, and other school activities.
• Supervision: Supervising students during assembly, recreation, and transition times between classes.
• School Development Participation: Engaging in school development planning and cooperation with school policies and practices.
• Parent Engagement: Communicating with parents of students with special needs as required by the school management.
• Additional Duties: Assisting with other tasks as needed based on the needs of the students or school such as toilet assistance.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• A genuine interest in supporting students with special needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work as part of a team.
• Patient, empathetic, and caring approach to working with children.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under the supervision of the Principal or teacher.
• Flexibility to take on additional tasks as required by the school.

How to Apply:

​If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you!

For immediate consideration to email your updated Curriculum Vitae to kelley@flexiforce.ie

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