ADVERT ID 244858
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Sep 22 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Oct 6 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Jan 5 2026
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 1
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
58
Current Enrolment:
507
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Scoil Mhichíl Naofa is a Vertical Co-Educational school under the Patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin. The Board of Management of Scoil Mhichíl Naofa invites applications for the position of Administrative Principal. This is a permanent position appointed through open competition in line with Circular 0044/2019.
The successful candidate will be an experienced educational leader who is:
• Committed to the Catholic ethos of the school and the values of the Mercy tradition: compassion, respect, inclusion, service, and justice and hold a recognised Certificate to teach Religious Education
• A clear visionary to lead quality teaching and learning in a DEIS 1 context.
• Skilled in leadership, management, and communication.
• Experienced in leading and managing a large ISLM team, with strong delegation skills.
• Proficient in human resource management, including recruitment, staff development, and well-being.
• Committed to inclusive education, with proven capacity to lead and support Special Classes as well as mainstream provision.
• Experienced in DEIS planning, pastoral care, parental involvement and the promotion of positive behaviour strategies.
• Able to promote pupil voice and choice
• Able to foster a collaborative and motivated school community.
Applications will only be accepted by post to the school address below.
Please include 3 copies of your application and ensure that your application is clearly labelled 'Principal Application'.
Applications must arrive by post, no later than 3pm on Monday 6th October 2025.
The successful candidate will be an experienced educational leader who is:
• Committed to the Catholic ethos of the school and the values of the Mercy tradition: compassion, respect, inclusion, service, and justice and hold a recognised Certificate to teach Religious Education
• A clear visionary to lead quality teaching and learning in a DEIS 1 context.
• Skilled in leadership, management, and communication.
• Experienced in leading and managing a large ISLM team, with strong delegation skills.
• Proficient in human resource management, including recruitment, staff development, and well-being.
• Committed to inclusive education, with proven capacity to lead and support Special Classes as well as mainstream provision.
• Experienced in DEIS planning, pastoral care, parental involvement and the promotion of positive behaviour strategies.
• Able to promote pupil voice and choice
• Able to foster a collaborative and motivated school community.
Applications will only be accepted by post to the school address below.
Please include 3 copies of your application and ensure that your application is clearly labelled 'Principal Application'.
Applications must arrive by post, no later than 3pm on Monday 6th October 2025.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
18288B
Apply To:
Morag McGowan
Chairperson of the Board of Management
Scoil Mhichíl Naofa
Mount Hawkins
Athy
R14 XD86
Chairperson of the Board of Management
Scoil Mhichíl Naofa
Mount Hawkins
Athy
R14 XD86
County:
Kildare
Enquiries To:
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