ADVERT ID 233076
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Apr 28 2025 19:33:50
Application Closing Date:
Mon May 12 2025
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 28 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Senior School
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
17
Current Enrolment:
315
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Scoil San Carlo Senior National School is a senior co-educational school under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin, Dermot Farrell. The school seeks to appoint an Administrative Principal beginning on the 28th August 2025. Scoil San Carlo is a school with a catholic tradition and ethos; however, we welcome children of all faiths and none. Our school recognises the variety of differences that exist among children and the need to appreciate and respect all difference both ethnic and cultural. Our focus is on developing the moral, spiritual, physical, academic, aesthetic and cultural aspects of each individual pupil in an atmosphere of mutual respect where all members of the school community feel happy and secure working in a spirit of encouragement and enthusiasm while recognising and celebrating diversity.
The present teaching staff comprises 1 Administrative Principal, 12 Class Teachers, 1 Special class teacher, 4 SETs and 5.5 SNA positions.
The roles and responsibilities for the post of Principal are aligned 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.
Applications are invited by email for the attention of the Chairperson of the Board of Management from teachers who are fully registered with the Teaching Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a primary school in Ireland and hold a certificate in the teaching of Religion. The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references, Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron. Candidates must be familiar with Child-Safeguarding and have completed TUSLA Children First.
The successful candidate will ideally have:
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of this Catholic school.
• Proven excellent leadership, people management, and communication skills.
• Experience and knowledge of prioritising, planning, implementing, and embedding whole school policies/procedures.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of the primary curriculum at different levels and evidence of involvement in facilitating positive change through the school self-evaluation process (SSE).
• A high level of understanding and knowledge of special educational needs, inclusion and diversity in education.
•Strong inter-personal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active and progressive school community
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development.
• A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies and community groups.
The present teaching staff comprises 1 Administrative Principal, 12 Class Teachers, 1 Special class teacher, 4 SETs and 5.5 SNA positions.
The roles and responsibilities for the post of Principal are aligned 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.
Applications are invited by email for the attention of the Chairperson of the Board of Management from teachers who are fully registered with the Teaching Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a primary school in Ireland and hold a certificate in the teaching of Religion. The appointment will be subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory references, Occupational Health Screening and the approval of the Patron. Candidates must be familiar with Child-Safeguarding and have completed TUSLA Children First.
The successful candidate will ideally have:
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of this Catholic school.
• Proven excellent leadership, people management, and communication skills.
• Experience and knowledge of prioritising, planning, implementing, and embedding whole school policies/procedures.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of the primary curriculum at different levels and evidence of involvement in facilitating positive change through the school self-evaluation process (SSE).
• A high level of understanding and knowledge of special educational needs, inclusion and diversity in education.
•Strong inter-personal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active and progressive school community
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development.
• A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies and community groups.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- 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:
19875V
Apply To:
Email to: scoilsancarloapplications@gmail.com
For the attention of the Chairperson of the Board.
Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday 12th May 2025, the closing date.
For the attention of the Chairperson of the Board.
Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Monday 12th May 2025, the closing date.
County:
Kildare
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