ADVERT ID 252292
Principal Teacher
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Crecora National School
Crecora National School
Crecora
Crecora
V94P5C0
Crecora
Crecora
V94P5C0
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Wed May 13 2026
Application Closing Date:
Wed Jun 3 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Acting
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
13
Current Enrolment:
216
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Crecora National School invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Acting Principal (Career Break Cover). The successful candidate must meet the eligibility criteria and be fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council.
Crecora National School is a co-educational Catholic primary school. Currently there are 216 children on the school roll. The current staff is made up of 8 class teachers, one special class teacher, four Special Education teachers and four Special Needs Assistants. We are an inclusive school. We promote a positive ethos and learning environment whereby all pupils, including those with special educational needs, feel welcome and experience a sense of community and belonging.
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.
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
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of teaching experience
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
Strong leadership skills and experience of managing people
Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer our school
Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
Continuing and relevant professional development especially in the area of school leadership
Excellent people management and communication skills
Applications by post only.
Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Crecora National School is a co-educational Catholic primary school. Currently there are 216 children on the school roll. The current staff is made up of 8 class teachers, one special class teacher, four Special Education teachers and four Special Needs Assistants. We are an inclusive school. We promote a positive ethos and learning environment whereby all pupils, including those with special educational needs, feel welcome and experience a sense of community and belonging.
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.
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
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of teaching experience
A high level of understanding and knowledge of special education needs and of inclusion and diversity in education
Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
Strong leadership skills and experience of managing people
Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead and administer our school
Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others
Previous experience in policy formulation and implementation
Continuing and relevant professional development especially in the area of school leadership
Excellent people management and communication skills
Applications by post only.
Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements and 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
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
17101A
Apply To:
Chairperson of the Board of Management
Crecora National School
Crecora
Co. Limerick
V94P5C0
Crecora National School
Crecora
Co. Limerick
V94P5C0
County:
Limerick
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