ADVERT ID 252369
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue May 12 2026
Application Closing Date:
Tue May 26 2026
Commencement Date:
Fri Aug 28 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:
14
Current Enrolment:
243
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Rathcormac National School, under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Elphin invites applications for the position of Administrative Principal Teacher (permanent), commencing on Friday 28th August 2026.
Rathcormac National School is a vibrant and inclusive school committed to providing a high-quality, holistic education for all pupils. The Principal will lead a dedicated and collaborative staff who will work closely with the Board of Management, parents and the wider school community to ensure the continued development and success of the school.
The roles and responsibilities of the post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as outlined in DES Circular 0044/2019:
Leading Teaching and Learning
Managing the Organisation
Leading School Development
Developing Leadership Capacity
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
An in-depth knowledge of the curriculum and have a broad range of teaching experience.
Excellent people management, leadership and communication skills, a proven ability to implement school based initiatives and policies and a commitment to continuous professional development.
A clear and ambitious vision for high-quality teaching and learning, and a strong commitment to inclusive and child-centred education.
Proven leadership and management experience within a school setting, and experience in school self-evaluation and school improvement planning.
A strong commitment to Rathcormac National School's values of kindness and respect, to continue to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school and to foster a positive and supportive learning environment.
Please enclose 3 copies of CV, Standard Application Form and Letter of application
The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references (please provide three with contact numbers),Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron
Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a Primary School in Ireland
A minimum of three valid applications is required for the competition to proceed.
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Rathcormac National School is a vibrant and inclusive school committed to providing a high-quality, holistic education for all pupils. The Principal will lead a dedicated and collaborative staff who will work closely with the Board of Management, parents and the wider school community to ensure the continued development and success of the school.
The roles and responsibilities of the post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as outlined in DES Circular 0044/2019:
Leading Teaching and Learning
Managing the Organisation
Leading School Development
Developing Leadership Capacity
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
An in-depth knowledge of the curriculum and have a broad range of teaching experience.
Excellent people management, leadership and communication skills, a proven ability to implement school based initiatives and policies and a commitment to continuous professional development.
A clear and ambitious vision for high-quality teaching and learning, and a strong commitment to inclusive and child-centred education.
Proven leadership and management experience within a school setting, and experience in school self-evaluation and school improvement planning.
A strong commitment to Rathcormac National School's values of kindness and respect, to continue to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school and to foster a positive and supportive learning environment.
Please enclose 3 copies of CV, Standard Application Form and Letter of application
The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references (please provide three with contact numbers),Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron
Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a Primary School in Ireland
A minimum of three valid applications is required for the competition to proceed.
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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
- CV (Unbound/Slide Binder)
- 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:
19408N
Apply To:
Please clearly mark the envelope :
"Principal Application"
Applications by post only to :
Fr. Tom Hever - Chairperson B.O.M.
Parochial House
Rathcormac
Drumcliff
Sligo
F91AX50
"Principal Application"
Applications by post only to :
Fr. Tom Hever - Chairperson B.O.M.
Parochial House
Rathcormac
Drumcliff
Sligo
F91AX50
County:
Sligo
Enquiries To:
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