Rosalinda O'Malley
Naas,Ireland
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated SNA with a strong background in care work and classroom support. Experience in supporting Primary and post primary students with autism and physical disabilities in school and home setting. Holds a QQI Level 5 in Special Needs Assisting (Distinction) and skilled in implementing Individual education plan/ care plans, managing challenging behaviour and ensuring a safe nurturing environment for every student. Strong awareness of safeguarding, privacy and home safety supports reliable, person-centred care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Community healthcare assistant
ELM Homecare
Prosperous, Co Kildare
2026.06 - Current
- Delivered high-quality, person-centred care tailored to individual client needs in home settings.
- Facilitated personal care and daily living activities for vulnerable individuals, including children with disabilities and complex needs.
- Enhanced emotional wellbeing and fostered social engagement through tailored support activities.
- Identified potential health risks in home environments, mitigated hazards effectively.
SNA (July Provision)
Scoil an Libh iosa
Prosperous, Co Kildare
2026.07 - 2026.07
- Promoted communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation skills
- Facilitated engaging activities to enhance children's learning and development
- Encouraged positive engagement among children throughout the day
- Fostering independence
SNA Subbing
Scoil an Libh iosa
Prosperous, Co Kildare
2026.06 - 2026.06
- Supported students with toileting and hygiene needs, promoting personal care and dignity
- Guided students in emotional regulation techniques, helping them manage feelings effectively
- Facilitated movement breaks, improving student focus and engagement during lessons
- Assisting teachers with supervision during the class
- Supporting students learning under the direction of the teacher
SNA Work Placement
St. Farnan's Post Primary
Prosperous, Co Kildare
2026.03 - 2026.03
- Assisted students with learning tasks as instructed by the teacher.
- Promoted student independence through guided learning activities.
- Provided support to help students build confidence in their abilities.
- Facilitated emotional regulation for students during transitions between tasks.
- Cultivated positive relationships with students to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Maintaining strict privacy regarding students' personal details and medical condition.
SNA Work Placement
S.N. Cianog Naofa
Timahoe, Co Kildare
2025.11 - 2025.12
- Supported teachers by supervising students during class and break times, ensuring a safe learning environment.
- Implemented strategies to foster student learning as directed by the teacher.
- Encouraged students to develop self-reliance during activities.
- Facilitated student mobility within school, utilising mobility aids for smooth transitions between classrooms.
Education
SNA QQI Level 5 - Special Needs Assisting
Maynooth Further Education Training Centre
Maynooth, Co Kildare 2025.09 - 2026.03
Autism Awareness eLearning -
Tallaght University Hospital
2026.07 -
Cyber Security Awareness -
HSEland
2026.07 -
Introduction to Children First -
HSEland
2026.05 -
Amric Hand Hygiene -
HSEland
2026.05 -
Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse -
HSEland
2026.05 -
The fundamentals of GDPR -
HSEland
2026.05 -
Skills
- Sensitive information handling
- Empathetic support
- Assisting with personal hygiene
- Person-centred care planning
- Active Listening
- Resilience
- Patience
- Clear Communication
- Adaptability
- teamwork
Timeline
SNA (July Provision)
Scoil an Libh iosa
2026.07 - 2026.07
Autism Awareness eLearning -
Tallaght University Hospital
2026.07 -
Cyber Security Awareness -
HSEland
2026.07 -
Community healthcare assistant
ELM Homecare
2026.06 - Current
SNA Subbing
Scoil an Libh iosa
2026.06 - 2026.06
Introduction to Children First -
HSEland
2026.05 -
Amric Hand Hygiene -
HSEland
2026.05 -
Safeguarding adults at risk of abuse -
HSEland
2026.05 -
The fundamentals of GDPR -
HSEland
2026.05 -
SNA Work Placement
St. Farnan's Post Primary
2026.03 - 2026.03
SNA Work Placement
S.N. Cianog Naofa
2025.11 - 2025.12
SNA QQI Level 5 - Special Needs Assisting
Maynooth Further Education Training Centre
2025.09 - 2026.03