Gníomhach

Bunscoil

Céad Ean 21 2026

Céad Feabh 4 2026

Luan Márta 2 2026

Buan

Príomhshruth

Ingearach

Comhoideachas

Caitliceach

DEIS 1

3

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Níl

St. Cillian’s N.S. is a DEIS band 1, co-educational school in Bluebell, Dublin 12. St. Cillian’s N.S. is a small, unique and inclusive primary school with a strong Catholic ethos. The Board of Management invites applications for the position of class teacher and Deputy Principal.

The roles and responsibilities for this post 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

In addition the following skills, knowledge, experience and competencies are desirable:
• Ability to exercise flexibility and full involvement in the school, in partnership with and under the direction of the Principal, to meet the daily needs of the school.
• An understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting.
• An understanding and a commitment to the school’s Catholic ethos and an ability to support and promote school/parish links.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, Board of Management and the wider school community.
• Evidence of management and communication skills as well as evidence of the ability to foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.
• An understanding of School Self-Evaluation (SSE) policy development and implementation.
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience.
• Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
• Evidence of commitment to relevant and ongoing continuing professional development.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and a proven capacity in successfully leading others
• Ability to promote a culture of restorative practice throughout the school.
• Commitment to the implementation of recommended teaching and assessment practices at whole-school level.
• An ability to work with staff and outside agencies to promote pupil wellbeing and provide children with the knowledge, skills and competencies to help them deal with challenges.

Applications must be emailed to the chairperson no later than 5pm on 4th of February 2026.

Please email applications to applications2026@stcilliansns.net