Kilkenny Venue Teacher Professional Learning (TPL) Subject Cluster Day Health, Safety & Professional Practice for Special Needs Assistants (SNAs)

Health, Safety & Professional Practice for Special Needs Assistants (SNAs)
Dates: Monday, 17th November 
Venue: Kilkenny Education Support Centre
Cost: €30 per SNA
Full School Closure Day

Kilkenny Education Support Centre is hosting a dedicated Professional Learning & Development Day for Special Needs Assistants (SNAs), coinciding with the Senior Cycle Cluster Day. This event is designed to provide SNAs with essential training and practical skills to support their work in schools, with a particular focus on health, safety, and pupil wellbeing.

Key Topics Covered

• Medical Emergencies:
  • Recap on First Aid
  • Focus on Diabetes Mellitus, Epilepsy, and the use of Auto Injectors (e.g., EpiPen)
• Behaviour Management & Positive Handling:
  • Strategies for managing challenging behaviour
  • Techniques for positive intervention and support
• Intimate Care Training:
  • Best practices and guidance for providing intimate care to children

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for SNAs who wish to update their knowledge, learn new skills, and ensure best practice in supporting students’ health, safety, and wellbeing.

Why Attend?

• Meet your school’s professional development requirements
• Gain confidence in responding to medical and behavioural emergencies
• Stay up to date with the latest safeguarding guidance
• Network with fellow SNAs and share experiences
• Receive a certificate of attendance for your professional learning record

Booking Information

If you are interested in attending, please book directly on our website.
Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.