ADVERT ID 244187
Principal Teacher
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St Marys Central NS
Killenaule
Thurles
E41 RK33
Thurles
E41 RK33
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Deactivated
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Sep 3 2025
Application Closing Date:
Wed Sep 17 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 3 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
13
Current Enrolment:
135
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St. Mary's Central NS is a Catholic school under the patronage of the diocese of Cashel & Emly. We cater for a current enrolment of 135 and have two Autism Classes attached to our mainstream setting.
Staffing from September 2025 will include 6 mainstream class teachers, 4 SET, 2 Autism Class Teachers and 6.5 SNA posts. This post is an Administrative Principal position.
Please note: Applicants must hold a certificate to teach Religious Education in the Republic of Ireland. This certificate must be recognised by the First Episcopal Conference.
The eligibility criteria, essential roles and responsibilities of the post of Principal Teacher are determined by the four Domains of Leadership and Management as set out in chapter 4 of circular 0044/2019:
1 Leading Teaching and Learning
2 Managing the Organisation
3 Leading School Development
4 Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, the following skills experience and knowledge are desirable:
• Knowledge, understanding and capacity to lead and successfully manage the school
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and DEIS
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
• Excellent people management, inter-personal skills, teamwork and communication skills
• Evidential experience of managing people
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team
• Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
• Proven Leadership Skills
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school-based initiatives
• Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation.
• Knowledge and experience of Special Education Needs and EAL
• A commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Ability to foster links with parents/guardians and the wider community
• Ability to promote a culture of caring, learning and creativity in the school
Covering letter of application should indicate your suitability for the post.
Please apply using ONLY the current version of the Standard Application Form for Primary Principalship/Deputy Principalship (Open Competition)
Applications to be submitted by post only no later than 3pm on the closing date 17/09/2025 and please mark the envelope ‘Principal Application’.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to:
• Satisfactory references
• Current & Continuing Teaching Council Registration
• Current Vetting requirements
• Occupational Health Screening.
Staffing from September 2025 will include 6 mainstream class teachers, 4 SET, 2 Autism Class Teachers and 6.5 SNA posts. This post is an Administrative Principal position.
Please note: Applicants must hold a certificate to teach Religious Education in the Republic of Ireland. This certificate must be recognised by the First Episcopal Conference.
The eligibility criteria, essential roles and responsibilities of the post of Principal Teacher are determined by the four Domains of Leadership and Management as set out in chapter 4 of circular 0044/2019:
1 Leading Teaching and Learning
2 Managing the Organisation
3 Leading School Development
4 Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, the following skills experience and knowledge are desirable:
• Knowledge, understanding and capacity to lead and successfully manage the school
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and DEIS
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
• Excellent people management, inter-personal skills, teamwork and communication skills
• Evidential experience of managing people
• Proven ability to work as a member of a team
• Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
• Proven Leadership Skills
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school-based initiatives
• Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation.
• Knowledge and experience of Special Education Needs and EAL
• A commitment to inclusion and diversity
• Ability to foster links with parents/guardians and the wider community
• Ability to promote a culture of caring, learning and creativity in the school
Covering letter of application should indicate your suitability for the post.
Please apply using ONLY the current version of the Standard Application Form for Primary Principalship/Deputy Principalship (Open Competition)
Applications to be submitted by post only no later than 3pm on the closing date 17/09/2025 and please mark the envelope ‘Principal Application’.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to:
• Satisfactory references
• Current & Continuing Teaching Council Registration
• Current Vetting requirements
• Occupational Health Screening.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Letter of Application
- 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:
19356U
Apply To:
Mrs Siobhán Duggan
Chairperson
St Mary's Central NS
Killenaule
Thurles
E41 RK33
Chairperson
St Mary's Central NS
Killenaule
Thurles
E41 RK33
County:
Tipperary
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