How much does a special needs assistant earn?

SNA Salary Scale: a Special Needs Assistant can expect a starting salary of €24,602 (Point 1 of the SNA salary scale). The highest salaries can exceed €40,590 (excluding allowances).

What qualifications do you need to be a special needs assistant?

From Department of Education Circular 0021/2011, the minimum requirement of qualifications for an SNA is a FETAC level 3 major qualification, a minimum of three grade Ds in the Junior Certificate, or an equivalent qualification.

Where can an SNA work?

As an SNA, you can work in primary and secondary school classrooms or special schools. Professional development courses for SNAs is often available from the National Council for Special Education.

How long does it take to become a special needs assistant in Ireland?

How long is the SNA Course? Students are given ample time (8 weeks) to complete the course and can start it at any time of the year.

Do SNAs get paid for holidays?

Holiday Entitlement Pay in respect of annual leave is paid in advance at the normal weekly rate. Annual Leave should be approved by the Principal. Holiday pay is earned against time worked. All employees, full-time, part-time, temporary or casual earn holiday entitlements from the time work is commenced.

Do SNAs get pensions?

All SNAs are Class A PRSI contributors and will receive a pension and lump sum from my Department at retirement, and as they may also have an entitlement to an additional social welfare payment, they should make direct contact with the Department of Social Protection to establish what entitlements they may have from …

Is there a level 7 SNA course?

Certificate in Special Educational Needs (SEN) for Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) Level 7, NFQ. Application Forms are now available for this upcoming Level 7 Course. This Certificate course is accredited by NUIG and is recognised by the Department of Education and Skills.

Do SNA get paid for holidays?

How much do SNA get paid an hour in Ireland?

SNA Salaries

How much does an SNA earn per hour in Ireland?

SNA Salaries

What is SNAs retirement age?

66
SNAs who are members of the Single Pension Scheme are required to retire when they reach the retirement age of 66.

Do SNA get paid for summer holidays?

SNAs who are appointed on or before 07 January 2008, shall be paid for the full duration of the 2008 summer holidays. SNAs who commence employment on or after 08 January 2008, shall be paid up to and including 12 July 2008 irrespective of the date the school closes.

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