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Post Primary

Thu Jun 4 2026

Mon Jun 15 2026

Permanent

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Community School

Co-Educational

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The BOM Kilrush Community School invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following post, subject to approval by the Department of Education & Youth and compliance with national vetting procedures:
Secretary - Administrator /Clerical Officer Grade III.

The salary scale for the position is in accordance with the Department of Education and Youth salary scale for a Grade III Clerical Officer (circular letter 0060/2026).

The Clerical Officer is at the centre of the administrative hub of the school and school community and works closely with the Principal, senior management team, teachers, other non-teaching staff, students, and parents, taking responsibility for a broad variety of important secretarial and administrative support functions, and coordinating the workflow and wide range of activities processed through the administration office including financial activities, procurement, managing records and returns, secretarial duties including admissions and examinations.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience required:
• Previous experience in an administration role essential.
• Knowledge of managing accounts, budgeting, and preparing financial reports.
• Knowledge and experience of accounts software package(s).
• Knowledge of payroll packages.
• Strong IT skills particularly Excel and MS Office package.
• Ability to communicate well (both written and oral), including with staff, parents, and students.
• Ability to complete tasks to deadline.
• Well organised with experience in developing efficient administrative systems.
• Capacity to build positive working relationships with senior management and colleagues in the school.
• An understanding of working in a school environment desirable.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Familiarity with post primary school administrative management systems including PPOD, VSWare and OLCS would be beneficial.

Please note:
• Late Applications will not be accepted.
• Shortlisting may apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Garda vetting will apply in respect of this position.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical examination by the school’s medical advisor.
• There is a 12-month probationary period.
• Canvassing will disqualify.

Closing date for receipt of applications by email is Monday 15th June 1pm. Please see application requirements and submit applications via email to principal@kilrushcoms.com

Kilrush Community School is an equal opportunities employer.