Job reference: 000375
Closing date: 30/06/2026
Location: Gorey Hill School
Employment type: Fixed Term
Hours Per Week: 32

Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB) invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of:


Exceptional Needs Teacher

Gorey Hill School, Co. Wexford

(Roll Number 20580J)


Fixed Term Contract for the 2026/27 academic year

Full-time – 32 hours per week


Gorey Hill School is a Special School that provides an appropriate education for students, aged 4 to 18 years old, who have a diagnosis of Autism and complex learning needs or complex learning needs with a professional recommendation for a special school.


The Exceptional Needs Teacher working in a co-teaching role in Gorey Hill School supports students with autism, complex learning needs, and additional educational needs through collaborative, neuroaffirming, and individualised teaching practices. The role focuses on ensuring every student can access meaningful learning opportunities within a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.


On application for the post, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

  • Be fully registered with the Teaching Council under Route 1 (Primary), Route 4 (Other) or Route 2 (Post Primary) with the Teaching Council.
  • Experience supporting students with autism and or Moderate or Severe general learning disabilities may be advantageous.
  • Experience or interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) would be beneficial.


Further Information

All relevant documents, including a detailed Job Description and a WWETB Recruitment and Selection Guide are available to download below. Applicants are strongly encouraged to read all documents carefully before completing the application form and to follow all instructions provided.

Important Notes

  • A panel may be created from this competition from which any vacancies that arise during the school year may be filled
  • Canvassing by or on behalf of any candidate will result in disqualification.
  • Shortlisting may apply
  • Late applications will not be accepted
  • WWETB is an equal opportunities employer


All applications must be submitted online by the specified closing date.

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