ADVERT ID 248400
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Feb 23 2026
Application Closing Date:
Mon Mar 9 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 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:
22
Current Enrolment:
374
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Scoil Naomh Eoin is a vertical, co-educational school under the patronage of the
Kildare and Leighlin Diocese. Scoil Naomh Eoin invites applications for the position of Deputy Principal. This is a permanent position commencing on the 1st September 2026.
The successful candidate will be appointed through open competition in line with Circular 0044/2019.
The 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
In line with the above domains and working closely with the Principal, the duties attached to the role involve whole school curricular development, policy development, day-to-day management of resources and personnel and long-term strategic planning for the future development of the school.
The successful candidate must hold a certificate to teach religion in a Catholic school. The Deputy Principal will be expected to uphold and promote the ethos, values, and traditions of the school. Candidates should have current and continuing Teaching Council registration and show evidence of and commitment to ongoing Professional Development.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks and Occupational Health screening, current and continuing Teaching Council registration, current Garda vetting requirements, and proof of qualifications.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council and have 5 years recognised teaching service, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
Applications by post only (marked Deputy Principal Application) to the Chairperson of the Board of Management, at the following address: Scoil Naomh Eoin, Killenard, Portarlington, Co.Laois R32F782
3 copies of the documents requested must be included with the application, and applications must be received by 3pm on the 9th March 2026.
Canvassing by or on behalf of the candidate will automatically disqualify.
Kildare and Leighlin Diocese. Scoil Naomh Eoin invites applications for the position of Deputy Principal. This is a permanent position commencing on the 1st September 2026.
The successful candidate will be appointed through open competition in line with Circular 0044/2019.
The 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
In line with the above domains and working closely with the Principal, the duties attached to the role involve whole school curricular development, policy development, day-to-day management of resources and personnel and long-term strategic planning for the future development of the school.
The successful candidate must hold a certificate to teach religion in a Catholic school. The Deputy Principal will be expected to uphold and promote the ethos, values, and traditions of the school. Candidates should have current and continuing Teaching Council registration and show evidence of and commitment to ongoing Professional Development.
Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks and Occupational Health screening, current and continuing Teaching Council registration, current Garda vetting requirements, and proof of qualifications.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council and have 5 years recognised teaching service, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
Applications by post only (marked Deputy Principal Application) to the Chairperson of the Board of Management, at the following address: Scoil Naomh Eoin, Killenard, Portarlington, Co.Laois R32F782
3 copies of the documents requested must be included with the application, and applications must be received by 3pm on the 9th March 2026.
Canvassing by or on behalf of the candidate will automatically disqualify.
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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
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
18641O
Apply To:
The Chairperson,
Scoil Naomh Eoin,
Killenard,
Portarlington,
Co.Laois
R32 F782
Scoil Naomh Eoin,
Killenard,
Portarlington,
Co.Laois
R32 F782
County:
Laois
Enquiries To:
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