ADVERT ID 255867
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jun 18 2026
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 3 2026
Commencement Date:
Tue Sep 1 2026
Status of Post:
Acting
This is a readvertisement
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
3
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
*PLEASE NOTE: Due to a technical difficulty, previous applicants need to re-apply via Post.
Lisnafunchin National School is a vibrant centre of education with a dedicated and collaborative staff. It is a co-education school which caters for pupils from Junior infants to Sixth Class, under the Patronage of the Bishop of Ossory.
There are two classroom teachers, an SET and SNA in our school. This post is for the role of Teaching Principal. This is for the role of acting principal.
Applicants must be fully registered with the Teaching Council and have Garda Vetting.
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, Occupational Health Screening and satisfactory references.
Lisnafunchin National School is a vibrant centre of education with a dedicated and collaborative staff. It is a co-education school which caters for pupils from Junior infants to Sixth Class, under the Patronage of the Bishop of Ossory.
There are two classroom teachers, an SET and SNA in our school. This post is for the role of Teaching Principal. This is for the role of acting principal.
Applicants must be fully registered with the Teaching Council and have Garda Vetting.
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, Occupational Health Screening and satisfactory references.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Teaching Council Registration
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
16230G
Apply To:
Annette Healy
Newtown,
Castlecomer,
Co.Kilkenny
R95E2DW
Please mark envelope: 'Principal Application'
Newtown,
Castlecomer,
Co.Kilkenny
R95E2DW
Please mark envelope: 'Principal Application'
County:
Kilkenny
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