ADVERT ID 255749
Principal Teacher
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St Ciarans NS
St Ciarans NS
Castlejordan
Tullamore
Tullamore
R35NX94
Castlejordan
Tullamore
Tullamore
R35NX94
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed Jun 17 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jul 1 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 26 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:
6
Current Enrolment:
89
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St Ciarán’s NS, Castlejordan in Co Meath is a vertical co-educational school under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Meath, Dr. Tom Deenihan. The school seeks to appoint a Teaching Principal beginning on the 26 August, 2026.
The present teaching staff comprises 1 Teaching Principal, 4 Class Teachers and 2 SETs. The school has 0 special classes for children with additional needs.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with the strong inter-personal skills that are required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community. A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school is essential. Likewise fostering links with the wider community is desirable.
This school always strives to be a child-centred, happy and safe environment for all its pupils to learn and develop to the best of their individual strengths and abilities. In addition to high academic expectations pupils are provided with opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
It is the policy of St Ciarán’s NS, Castlejordan to foster self-esteem and empathy and to value each pupil for their uniqueness and difference. High standards and expectations are promoted, with efforts and initiative recognised and rewarded appropriately. This school is at the heart of the community it serves.
The roles and responsibilities for post are set out in the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in DoE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning.
2. Managing the Organisation.
3. Leading School Development.
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
Candidates should have current and continuing Teaching Council registration and show evidence of and commitment to ongoing Professional Development. They must have/show the ability to establish and manage special classes should they be sanctioned for the school by the DOEY.
Candidates should be able to display evidence of an understanding of DEIS and its implementation, the ability to foster the involvement of parents within the school community, as well as a commitment to inclusion and diversity.
The appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and occupational health screening.
The present teaching staff comprises 1 Teaching Principal, 4 Class Teachers and 2 SETs. The school has 0 special classes for children with additional needs.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with the strong inter-personal skills that are required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community. A commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school is essential. Likewise fostering links with the wider community is desirable.
This school always strives to be a child-centred, happy and safe environment for all its pupils to learn and develop to the best of their individual strengths and abilities. In addition to high academic expectations pupils are provided with opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
It is the policy of St Ciarán’s NS, Castlejordan to foster self-esteem and empathy and to value each pupil for their uniqueness and difference. High standards and expectations are promoted, with efforts and initiative recognised and rewarded appropriately. This school is at the heart of the community it serves.
The roles and responsibilities for post are set out in the four domains of Leadership and Management as specified in DoE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning.
2. Managing the Organisation.
3. Leading School Development.
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
Candidates should have current and continuing Teaching Council registration and show evidence of and commitment to ongoing Professional Development. They must have/show the ability to establish and manage special classes should they be sanctioned for the school by the DOEY.
Candidates should be able to display evidence of an understanding of DEIS and its implementation, the ability to foster the involvement of parents within the school community, as well as a commitment to inclusion and diversity.
The appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and occupational health screening.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- 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
- Post
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Roll Number:
19300Q
Apply To:
PRINCIPAL APPLICATION
c/O Chairperson of the Board of Management
St Ciarans NS
Castlejordan
Tullamore
Offaly
R35NX94
c/O Chairperson of the Board of Management
St Ciarans NS
Castlejordan
Tullamore
Offaly
R35NX94
County:
Meath
Enquiries To:
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