ADVERT ID 250808
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Fri Apr 24 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri May 8 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 26 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:
14
Current Enrolment:
228
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Carrig National School is a vibrant co-educational primary school under the patronage of the Bishop of Killaloe. Currently there are 228 pupils on roll. The present staff comprises of an administrative principal, 9 mainstream class teachers, 4 SET's and two SNA's.
The successful candidate will be a leader who is committed to the ethos of Catholic education and will lead the school in partnership with staff, parents and the wider community. The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, as specified in circular 0044/2019 Chapter 4.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic primary school
• A clear and ambitious vision for high-quality teaching and learning
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing people
• Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer the school
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience
• A willingness to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all members of the school community
• A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of school- based initiatives
• An excellent working knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development especially in the area of school leadership
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
• Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
• Excellent people management and communication skills
Applications must be received by post no later than 2pm on the closing date.
The successful candidate will be a leader who is committed to the ethos of Catholic education and will lead the school in partnership with staff, parents and the wider community. The roles and responsibilities of this post relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, as specified in circular 0044/2019 Chapter 4.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ethos of a Catholic primary school
• A clear and ambitious vision for high-quality teaching and learning
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing people
• Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer the school
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience
• A willingness to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all members of the school community
• A willingness and ability to work in partnership with external agencies
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of school- based initiatives
• An excellent working knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
• A commitment to and evidence of continuing professional development especially in the area of school leadership
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
• Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
• Excellent people management and communication skills
Applications must be received by post no later than 2pm on the closing date.
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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.)
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
16276H
Apply To:
Chairperson,
Board of Management,
Carrig N.S.
Ballycommon,
Nenagh
Co.Tipperary
E45P227
Board of Management,
Carrig N.S.
Ballycommon,
Nenagh
Co.Tipperary
E45P227
County:
Tipperary
Enquiries To:
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