Head Teacher

Company Details Confidential; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic classical school in Cork is seeking a highly motivated Head of School to lead their educational mission. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in education or management, an unwavering commitment to the school's mission, and demonstrated excellence in teaching. Responsibilities include managing faculty and growing student admissions. Salary is negotiable, and the appointment should commence as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in education or management.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deepen commitment to Faith formation and academic excellence.
• Grow Mater Dei Academy through student admissions.
• Manage and lead the faculty of the Academy.

Skills

Administration

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Management

Teamwork

Education

Level 9 qualification (Post Graduate, Diploma, Master Degree)

Job description

17 Eason's Hill, Cork, Co. Cork, T23 N44W

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Head of School. Mater Dei Academy is currently seeking a Head of School. Mater Dei Academy is a Catholic classical second‑level school for boys and girls in Cork, Ireland. The mission of the Academy is to create a Christ‑centred school community, dedicated to our students’ formation in the Faith, academic excellence, and the evangelisation of society, rooted in the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. The Board of Trustees at the Academy is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious leader to serve as Head of School. Your mission is to deepen the commitment to Faith formation and academic excellence, to grow Mater Dei Academy through student admissions, to effectively manage and lead the faculty of the Academy, and to serve as an evangelisist for Catholic classical education in Ireland. The ideal candidate will have an unwavering commitment to the mission of the Academy, a proven track record in education and/or management, demonstrated excellence in teaching, and excellent interpersonal and leadership skills. Potential candidates should submit a CV, and the names of at least two references by email to [e-mail] before November 30th, 2025. Salary negotiable. Appointment to commence as soon as possible but no later than July 2026. The candidate should be authorised to work in Ireland. Informal inquiries are encouraged as soon as possible.

• Sector: education

Career Level

• Executive

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 5
• Minimum Qualification: Level 9 (incl Post Graduate & Diploma & Master Degree)

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Interpersonal Skills
• Competency Skills: Leadership, Management, Teamwork