ADVERT ID 243926
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Aug 29 2025
Application Closing Date:
Fri Sep 12 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Sep 15 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
This is a readvertisement
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
8
Current Enrolment:
130
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Ballylanders N.S. is a rural Catholic primary school with DEIS status under the patronage of the Diocese of Cashel and Emly. It has six mainstream class teachers, two Special Education Teachers, and 3.33 Special Needs Assistants.
Applications are invited from fully qualified teachers, who are registered with the Teaching Council (Route 1 Primary), for the permanent position of Principal Teacher.
Specific roles and responsibilities for this position relate 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.
We are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach his or her full potential. Our dedicated staff works collaboratively to deliver a holistic education that fosters academic excellence, personal growth and a strong sense of community
The following skills, experience and knowledge are desirable:
An understanding and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic Primary School.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a wide range of teaching experience within a primary school
Experience of teaching in a DEIS school and knowledge of DEIS programmes and initiatives
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others
Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all staff members, Board of Management, Parents / Guardians and the wider school community.
Excellent communication skills
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special needs, inclusion and diversity in education.
Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school based initiatives and projects.
Experience and knowledge of prioritising, implementing and embedding whole school policies and procedures.
A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development.
A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies.
Applications must include a Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to: Satisfactory references; Current & Continuing Teaching Council Registration; Current Garda Vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening.
Applications are invited from fully qualified teachers, who are registered with the Teaching Council (Route 1 Primary), for the permanent position of Principal Teacher.
Specific roles and responsibilities for this position relate 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.
We are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach his or her full potential. Our dedicated staff works collaboratively to deliver a holistic education that fosters academic excellence, personal growth and a strong sense of community
The following skills, experience and knowledge are desirable:
An understanding and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic Primary School.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a wide range of teaching experience within a primary school
Experience of teaching in a DEIS school and knowledge of DEIS programmes and initiatives
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others
Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all staff members, Board of Management, Parents / Guardians and the wider school community.
Excellent communication skills
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special needs, inclusion and diversity in education.
Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school based initiatives and projects.
Experience and knowledge of prioritising, implementing and embedding whole school policies and procedures.
A commitment to and evidence of continuing and relevant professional development.
A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies.
Applications must include a Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to: Satisfactory references; Current & Continuing Teaching Council Registration; Current Garda Vetting requirements, Occupational Health Screening.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- 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:
14305B
Apply To:
Main Street
Ballylanders
V35 R9X8
Ballylanders
V35 R9X8
County:
Limerick
Enquiries To:
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