ADVERT ID 263778
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Nov 9 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Nov 23 2026
Commencement Date:
Mon Dec 14 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:
65
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Lisselton N.S., a rural, co-educational school
under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Kerry, invites applications for
the position of Deputy Principal, commencing on Monday the 14th of
December 2026.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4.
Eligibility Criteria for Appointment:-
Applicants must hold a recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School and be committed to upholding and promoting the ethos, values and traditions of the Catholic Church.
Applicants must meet all the statutory requirements, including Garda Vetting, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council Registration and satisfactory references.
The roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in DE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
In addition, evidence of the following knowledge, competencies and experience are essential to the role:
An understanding and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Scoil Eiltín Naofa.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of teaching experience
A proven commitment to supporting the diverse educational, social and emotional needs of students.
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in policy development, implementation and future planning in accordance with the needs of the school
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Kerry, invites applications for
the position of Deputy Principal, commencing on Monday the 14th of
December 2026.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4.
Eligibility Criteria for Appointment:-
Applicants must hold a recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School and be committed to upholding and promoting the ethos, values and traditions of the Catholic Church.
Applicants must meet all the statutory requirements, including Garda Vetting, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council Registration and satisfactory references.
The roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in DE Circular 0044/2019, Chapter 4:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
In addition, evidence of the following knowledge, competencies and experience are essential to the role:
An understanding and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Scoil Eiltín Naofa.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of teaching experience
A proven commitment to supporting the diverse educational, social and emotional needs of students.
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in policy development, implementation and future planning in accordance with the needs of the school
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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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:
19461R
Apply To:
Board of Management
Scoil Eiltín Naofa
Lisselton
Listowel
V31Y266
Scoil Eiltín Naofa
Lisselton
Listowel
V31Y266
County:
Kerry
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