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The Board of Management of Monkstown Educate Together (METNS) invites applicants for the position of Administrative Principal, starting date August 26th 2026.
METNS is a vertical, double-stream co-educational school, currently under independent patronage but in the process of moving to Educate Together. The present teaching staff comprises 1 Administrative Principal, 26 teaching staff, 15 SNA staff members, with a single ASD class. The school community values diversity, student voice, and active citizenship. Pupils are supported to become critical thinkers and engaged local and global citizens within a nurturing and creative learning environment.
The Role
The principalship is the key leadership role within the school, working in partnership with all staff members, members of the Board of Management and the school community to support the effective management, organisation and development of the school.
The successful candidate will lead in the areas of learning, school culture, wellbeing for all, and inclusive practices.

The Principal will:
• Support and work collaboratively with all staff in all aspects of school leadership and management
• Promote and uphold the ethos of Educate Together, including inclusion, equality, and respect for diversity
• Lead and support teaching and learning, including curriculum development and implementation
• Foster a positive, respectful and collaborative school culture, grounded in restorative and trauma-informed practices
• Support staff professional development, mentoring and capacity building
• Contribute to school self-evaluation, policy development and implementation
• Promote student voice, wellbeing and active participation across the school
Candidates should demonstrate:
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of a multi-denominational school
• Proven leadership capacity with the management skills needed to administer the school on a day-to-day basis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in fostering inclusive and innovative teaching practices
• An excellent working knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development especially in the area of school leadership
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
• Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
• Excellent people management and communication skills

Additional experience that would be necessary in a candidate:
• Leadership experience (formal or informal)
• Experience in policy development, school improvement planning, or leading initiatives
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Application Details
• Applications should be submitted via email to applications@metns.ie
• Standard application form for Principal positions must be used with an application letter.
• Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to provide proof of qualifications, Teaching Council registration, and Garda Vetting