ADVERT ID 248092
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Jan 30 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Feb 16 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Apr 13 2026
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:
5
Current Enrolment:
99
Droichead school:
No
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Kilcleagh National School invites applications for the position of Principal Teacher.
Kilcleagh National School is a mixed Catholic Primary School under the patronage of the Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise. There are currently 99 pupils enrolled.
It has four mainstream class teachers, a full time Special Education Teacher, a visiting SET teacher and 1.33 Special Needs Assistant positions
The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in Circular 0044/2019.
1. Leader Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
Applicants for this position should demonstrate:
• An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of Kilcleagh N.S. and an ability to support and promote school and parish links.
• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with staff members, Board of Management, parents and guardians and the wider school community.
• An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school.
• A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others.
• Excellent people management and communication skills.
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience within a primary school.
• Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Kilcleagh National School invites applications for the position of Principal Teacher.
Kilcleagh National School is a mixed Catholic Primary School under the patronage of the Diocese of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise. There are currently 99 pupils enrolled.
It has four mainstream class teachers, a full time Special Education Teacher, a visiting SET teacher and 1.33 Special Needs Assistant positions
The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in Circular 0044/2019.
1. Leader Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
Applicants for this position should demonstrate:
• An understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of Kilcleagh N.S. and an ability to support and promote school and parish links.
• Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with staff members, Board of Management, parents and guardians and the wider school community.
• An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school.
• A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others.
• Excellent people management and communication skills.
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience within a primary school.
• Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
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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
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
17806P
Apply To:
kilcleaghnsapplications@gmail.com
County:
Westmeath
Enquiries To:
bernard.noonan@parishof moate.com
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