ADVERT ID 235766
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri May 30 2025 12:35:08
Application Closing Date:
Tue Jun 17 2025
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 27 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
6
Current Enrolment:
84
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Panel of Applicants:
An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.
Additional Information:
Please mark, "Principal Application " on envelope.
The Board of Management of Arkeenan NS, Drum, Co. Roscommon invites applications for the position of Principal Teacher.
Ardkeenan N.S. is a co-educational primary school under the Patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Elphin & Achonry, Kevin Doran.
The roles and responsibilities for the post of Principal are aligned to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading teaching and learning.
2. Managing the organisation.
3. Leading school development.
4. Developing leadership capacity.
Applicants for this position should demonstrate:
1. An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of Ardkeenan N.S. and an ability to support and promote school and parish links.
2. Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with staff members, Board of Management, parents and guardians and the wider school community.
3. An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school.
4. A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others. Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload is essential.
5. Proven leadership skills in a primary school.
6. An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a wide range of teaching experience within a primary school.
7. Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
8. Involvement in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school-based initiatives.
9. Previous experience in policy development.
10. A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
Applications are invited by post only addressed for the attention of the Chairperson, Board of Management from teachers who are fully registered with the Teaching Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a primary school in Ireland. The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references, Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron.
The Board of Management of Arkeenan NS, Drum, Co. Roscommon invites applications for the position of Principal Teacher.
Ardkeenan N.S. is a co-educational primary school under the Patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Elphin & Achonry, Kevin Doran.
The roles and responsibilities for the post of Principal are aligned to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading teaching and learning.
2. Managing the organisation.
3. Leading school development.
4. Developing leadership capacity.
Applicants for this position should demonstrate:
1. An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of Ardkeenan N.S. and an ability to support and promote school and parish links.
2. Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with staff members, Board of Management, parents and guardians and the wider school community.
3. An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school.
4. A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others. Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload is essential.
5. Proven leadership skills in a primary school.
6. An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a wide range of teaching experience within a primary school.
7. Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
8. Involvement in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school-based initiatives.
9. Previous experience in policy development.
10. A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
Applications are invited by post only addressed for the attention of the Chairperson, Board of Management from teachers who are fully registered with the Teaching Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a primary school in Ireland. The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references, Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Teaching Council Registration
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
17054R
Apply To:
Chairperson,
Board of Management,
Parochial house,
Knockcroghery,
Co Roscommon.
F42EW82
Board of Management,
Parochial house,
Knockcroghery,
Co Roscommon.
F42EW82
County:
Roscommon
Enquiries To:
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