ADVERT ID 244895
Principal Teacher
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SN Naomh Mhuire
Drumlea
Carrigallen
H12P596
Carrigallen
H12P596
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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 Nov 17 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:
3
Current Enrolment:
39
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St. Mary’s National School Drumlea is a vertical, co-educational school under the patronage of the Bishop of Kilmore.
The present staff comprises of 1 teaching principal, 1 class teacher, 1 SET teacher, 2 SNAs, a secretary, cleaner and caretaker.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos
Interpersonal, leadership and communication skills, and an ability to implement school-based initiatives, manage school teams and lead the school community
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum across all class levels and a broad range of teaching experience
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
Excellent communication and people management skills
A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
An ability to foster the involvement of parents within the school community as well as with the local parish community
Experience of policy development and curriculum planning
Applicants must be fully registered with the Teaching Council and have a recognised qualification to teach religion in a Catholic school. A copy of your Catholic Certificate must be enclosed with the application.
More details on the roles and responsibilities for this post are set out in the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in DoE Circular 0044-2019, Chapter 4 –
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
All applications must be received by post, no later than 5pm on the 6th of October 2025. Please mark the envelope 'Principal Teacher Application' and address it to:
Mr. David Mc Niff,
Chairperson of the Board of Management,
Carrickmakeegan,
Ballinamore,
Co. Leitrim,
N41 AH04.
Canvassing will disqualify.
The interviews will take place on Saturday 25th of October. All candidates called for interview must be available to attend in person at the assigned date and time.
The present staff comprises of 1 teaching principal, 1 class teacher, 1 SET teacher, 2 SNAs, a secretary, cleaner and caretaker.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos
Interpersonal, leadership and communication skills, and an ability to implement school-based initiatives, manage school teams and lead the school community
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum across all class levels and a broad range of teaching experience
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
Excellent communication and people management skills
A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development
An ability to foster the involvement of parents within the school community as well as with the local parish community
Experience of policy development and curriculum planning
Applicants must be fully registered with the Teaching Council and have a recognised qualification to teach religion in a Catholic school. A copy of your Catholic Certificate must be enclosed with the application.
More details on the roles and responsibilities for this post are set out in the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in DoE Circular 0044-2019, Chapter 4 –
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
All applications must be received by post, no later than 5pm on the 6th of October 2025. Please mark the envelope 'Principal Teacher Application' and address it to:
Mr. David Mc Niff,
Chairperson of the Board of Management,
Carrickmakeegan,
Ballinamore,
Co. Leitrim,
N41 AH04.
Canvassing will disqualify.
The interviews will take place on Saturday 25th of October. All candidates called for interview must be available to attend in person at the assigned date and time.
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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
- 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:
19600F
Apply To:
Mr. David Mc Niff,
Chairperson of the Board of Management,
Carrickmakeegan,
Ballinamore,
Co. Leitrim,
N41 AH04.
Chairperson of the Board of Management,
Carrickmakeegan,
Ballinamore,
Co. Leitrim,
N41 AH04.
County:
Leitrim
Enquiries To:
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