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SEND Support jobs in Galway.

Demand for SEND expertise has grown faster than any other area of education staffing, across special schools, resourced provision and alternative provision. Actionus places SEND teachers, learning support assistants and behaviour specialists into supply, long-term and permanent roles.

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Hiring in Galway

What the Galway market looks like.

Galway is the tertiary centre for the west of Ireland, with elective orthopaedics and rehabilitation concentrated at Merlin Park. The wider region includes islands and remote communities, which shapes how community services are delivered.

Major employers in Connacht

  • —University Hospital Galway
  • —Merlin Park University Hospital
  • —HSE West community healthcare
  • —Bon Secours Hospital Galway

Also covering

Athenry · Tuam · Loughrea · Ennis · Castlebar · Roscommon

Typical settings

  • Special schools
  • Resourced provision and units
  • Alternative provision
  • Mainstream inclusion teams

Common specialities

  • Autism
  • SEMH
  • PMLD and SLD
  • Behaviour support
  • EHCP delivery
  • Speech and communication support

Questions

SEND Support work in Galway, answered.

What send support jobs are available in Galway?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent send support roles across Galway and the wider Connacht area, including special schools, resourced provision and units, alternative provision. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire SEND practitioners in Galway?
Actionus works with education employers across Galway and the wider Connacht area, including public sector organisations, local authorities, independent providers and private employers hiring SEND practitioners.
What registration do I need to work as a send support professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Galway?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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