ADVERT ID 252420
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu May 14 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri May 29 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
18
Current Enrolment:
227
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Scoil Éanna N.S. Ballybay, is a co-educational primary school under the patronage of the Clogher Diocese. Currently there are 227 pupils on the roll book. The present teaching staff comprises an admin principal, 9 mainstream class teachers, 4 SET teachers and base school for a 5th SET teacher, 3 supply panel teachers and 3 SNAs (full time/infant day hours).
The Board of Management of Scoil Éanna, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Principal. To be eligible for appointment candidate must be fully registered under Route 1 with the Teaching Council and have at least 5 years recognised teaching experience, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
This is a permanent position to be appointed through open competition in line with Circular 0044/2019 for the start of the 2026-27 academic year..
The successful candidate will be a leader who is committed to the ethos of Catholic education and will lead the school in partnership with staff, parents and the wider community, under the direction of the Board of Management. The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, as specified in circular 0044/2019.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning.
2. Managing the Organisation.
3. Leading School Development.
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
*A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic primary school
* An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum 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
* Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
*Strong leadership skills and experience of managing people
* Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer the school
* Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
* Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
* Continuing and relevant professional development especially in the area of school leadership
* Excellent people management and communication skills
Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Application will close at 5pm on 29/05/2026
The Board of Management of Scoil Éanna, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Principal. To be eligible for appointment candidate must be fully registered under Route 1 with the Teaching Council and have at least 5 years recognised teaching experience, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
This is a permanent position to be appointed through open competition in line with Circular 0044/2019 for the start of the 2026-27 academic year..
The successful candidate will be a leader who is committed to the ethos of Catholic education and will lead the school in partnership with staff, parents and the wider community, under the direction of the Board of Management. The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, as specified in circular 0044/2019.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning.
2. Managing the Organisation.
3. Leading School Development.
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
*A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic primary school
* An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum 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
* Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
*Strong leadership skills and experience of managing people
* Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer the school
* Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
* Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
* Continuing and relevant professional development especially in the area of school leadership
* Excellent people management and communication skills
Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Application will close at 5pm on 29/05/2026
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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
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Roll Number:
20174V
Apply To:
Chairperson at the email address:
recruitment@scoileanna.ie
recruitment@scoileanna.ie
County:
Monaghan
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