Boost for Special Needs, with 10,900 Special Needs Assistant posts next year

 

Following the announcement this morning by the National Council for Special Education, Senator Mary Moran welcomed the news that over 10,900 SNA posts will be made available for the upcoming school year, with the number of SNAs higher than last year.
 
“It is vitally important that we maintain a level of SNA provision that is in line with the need that arises in our schools, and that all eligible students in need of SNA support are assured that this support will be in place from September.
 
“Approximately 29% of schools will have a greater level of SNA support with an additional 51% of schools receiving the same level of support for the upcoming year.  Over 400 additional SNA posts have been made available for the upcoming school year, in comparison to 2013. Minister Quinn has consistently recognised the importance of protecting these supports in the area of special education.
 
“I remain committed to actively engaging with all education partners, so that we provide the right supports and achieve the best outcomes for our children.”