ADVERT ID 246575
Deputy Principal
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St Catherine's Special School
Kilmullen Lane
Newcastle
Greystones
Co. Wicklow
A63 X985
Newcastle
Greystones
Co. Wicklow
A63 X985
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Nov 12 2025
Application Closing Date:
Wed Nov 26 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Jan 5 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
This is a readvertisement
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Special School
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Other
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
15
Current Enrolment:
90
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of St. Catherine’s Special School invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced teachers for the position of Deputy Principal.
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing on 05/01/2026.
St. Catherine’s Special School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18 years presenting with moderate, severe and profound general learning disabilities, as well as pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs. The school is committed to providing a safe, caring, and stimulating educational environment where each pupil is supported to reach their full potential.
The Deputy Principal will be a key member of the In-School Management Team, sharing responsibility with the Principal for the leadership, management, and administration of the school in accordance with the Department of Education Circular 0044/2019.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
Be fully registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland;
Have a minimum of five years’ teaching experience recognised by the Department of Education;
Demonstrate a strong commitment to and understanding of the principles of special education;
Possess excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a proven capacity for leadership;
Experience working in a special school or special education setting is highly desirable.
Applications must include:
A completed Application Form for Deputy Principal ;
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role; and
A copy of your Teaching Council Registration Certificate.
This is a permanent, full-time position commencing on 05/01/2026.
St. Catherine’s Special School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18 years presenting with moderate, severe and profound general learning disabilities, as well as pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs. The school is committed to providing a safe, caring, and stimulating educational environment where each pupil is supported to reach their full potential.
The Deputy Principal will be a key member of the In-School Management Team, sharing responsibility with the Principal for the leadership, management, and administration of the school in accordance with the Department of Education Circular 0044/2019.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must:
Be fully registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland;
Have a minimum of five years’ teaching experience recognised by the Department of Education;
Demonstrate a strong commitment to and understanding of the principles of special education;
Possess excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a proven capacity for leadership;
Experience working in a special school or special education setting is highly desirable.
Applications must include:
A completed Application Form for Deputy Principal ;
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role; and
A copy of your Teaching Council Registration Certificate.
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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
- Teaching Council Registration
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
19522L
Apply To:
vacancies@stcatherinesspecialschool.ie
County:
Wicklow
Enquiries To:
Further Information:
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