Search suggestions:

part time
no experience necessary
driver
retail
work from home
chef
cleaner
truck driver
airport
full time
pharmacy technician
administration
healthcare assistant
Dublin
Cork
Ireland
Galway
Limerick
Portarlington
Carrick-On-Shannon
Drogheda
County Galway
County Donegal
Dundalk
Dublin City Centre
County Westmeath
County Wexford
Waterford
Apply

Learning Support Assistant (SNA)

Nord Anglia Education
Dublin
2 weeks ago

Date: 6 Jun 2025
Location: Dublin, IE
Job ID: 6207
School: Nord Anglia International School Dublin
Company: Nord Anglia Education
Join Nord Anglia International School Dublin, part of the prestigious Nord Anglia family. Accredited to deliver the renowned IB curriculum, our school empowers students aged 3-18 with the knowledge and confidence to excel in further education and make a positive impact in the world. Our dedicated teachers inspire success through small class sizes, personalized learning paths, and a unique pastoral model. Experience real-world application through local and regional offsite trips and collaborations with leading organizations like UNICEF, MIT, and Juilliard. Join our vibrant international community, where colleagues from nearly 50 nationalities thrive in a warm and inclusive environment.

If you think NAIS Dublin might be a good fit for your next career move and want to know more about us, you can read our candidate information brochure.
THE ROLE OVERVIEW
We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (Special Needs Assistant) to join our inclusive and student-centered team at Nord Anglia International School Dublin. This is a full-time, fixed-term contract (12 months), working Monday to Friday, 8:00–16:30. All school holidays (approx. 16 weeks) are fully paid, offering a strong work-life balance.
Location: Nord Anglia International School Dublin
Contract Type: 12-month FTC
Working Hours: Full-time, 8:00–16:30 (Mon–Fri)
Start Date: 15 August 2025
Salary: €28,080 per annum
THE ROLE
Supporting Teaching and Learning
  • Work under the guidance of teachers to implement strategies that support effective learning.
  • Support pupils identified on the Learning Support and More Able Pupil (MAP) registers.
  • Provide differentiated support tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Monitor and report on pupil progress in collaboration with teaching staff.
  • Encourage a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Beyond the Classroom
  • Participate in school events, CPD, and performance reviews.
  • Supervise students during non-classroom times (e.g., lunch or breaks).
  • Support school-wide learning opportunities such as theme days and excursions.
  • Provide feedback on student progress to parents/guardians.

Professional Development and Compliance
  • Engage in ongoing professional development.
  • Comply with all safeguarding and child protection protocols.
  • Maintain appropriate documentation and uphold best practices in special education.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum Level 5 Certificate in Special Educational Needs Assistance (or equivalent).
  • Experience working with students with additional needs and/or English as an Additional Language (EAL) is preferred.
  • Prior classroom-based experience is desirable.

Skills & Knowledge
  • Skilled in behaviour management and implementation of IEPs.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills adapted to student needs.
  • Sound knowledge of inclusive education practices, relevant legislation, and safeguarding.

Personal Competencies
  • Compassionate, patient, and adaptable.
  • Collaborative mindset with a willingness to engage with teachers, families, and professionals.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
  • Calm under pressure with a solutions-oriented, professional approach.

Find out more about what we offer to our staff in our Employee Benefits Brochure.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Save Apply
Report job
Other Job Recommendations:

Learning & Development Coordinator

BYRNEWALLACE
Dublin
€44,604 - €56,479 a year
A forward-thinking Irish law firm, we focus on securing the best possible outcomes for our clients and are dedicated to the...
1 week ago

Principal Machine Learning Scientist - Letterkenny

FinTrU
County Donegal
€55,144 - €69,825 a year
Overview of Role We are looking for an experienced Principal Machine Learning Scientist to join our Data Science team on a...
1 week ago

Machine Learning Engineer, Dublin

Bjak
  • Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define...
  • Design, develop, and implement AI models, algorithms, and...
1 week ago

Machine Learning Manager, Dublin

Bjak
  • Lead and mentor a team of AI engineers, providing technical...
  • Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define...
1 week ago

Sr Spec, HRS Talent Mgmt & Learning

Edwards Lifesciences
Limerick
€44,514 - €56,365 a year
  • Optimize program development across multiple pillars to...
  • Lead in the implementation and delivery of end-to-end...
2 weeks ago