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Wed Aug 26 2026

Fri Sep 11 2026

Fri Oct 2 2026

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Co-Educational

Catholic

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Applicants must have a certificate to teach Religion, along with an understanding of and commitment to the Catholic ethos of Scoil Nuachabháíl.
-Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience.

-The following knowledge, skills and experience are desirable:
•Continuous and relevant professional development especially in the area of school leadership.
• Experience of working as part of an In-School Management team.
• Interest and understanding of current educational theory and its application in a large school setting.
• Understanding the operation of a school SET team in prioritising the needs of children with special educational needs.
• Interest and knowledge of the use of testing to inform planning and develop individual learning programmes.
• The use of school based CPD to promote collaborative teaching and learning across the school
• A commitment to work in partnership with the Deputy Principal in furthering the aims of the school.

Please note:
-Covering letter should indicate your suitability for the post.
- Candidates called for interview will be required to provide proof of qualifications and Teaching Council registration.
-Please apply using ONLY the current version of the Standard
-Application Form for Primary Principalship/Deputy Principalship (Open Competition)
-Please mark the envelope "Principal Application"
-Applications close at 3pm on the closing date September 11th for receipt of applications.
-A minimum of three eligible applicants must be received in order for the competition to proceed.

-Appointment will be subject, but not limited to:
•Satisfactory reference
•Current & Continuing Teaching Council Registration
•Current Vetting Requirements
•Occupational Health Screening
It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position upon offer of employment.