Education Officers for Primary
Post-Primary Languages Ireland are currently recruiting for Education Officers for Primary to join their team.
We are seeking to recruit primary teachers with competence in a foreign language for a number of roles to support the implementation of Languages Connect – Ireland’s Strategy for Foreign Languages in Education 2017-2026, diversifying, enhancing and expanding the teaching of foreign languages.
Post-Primary Languages Ireland (PPLI) works to implement the policy of the Department of Education and Skills in Ireland of diversifying, enhancing and expanding the teaching of foreign languages in schools and implements key actions in Languages Connect – Ireland’s Strategy for Foreign Languages in Education 2017-2026. This role is being created to support the implementation of the MFL specification as part of the redeveloped Primary Language Curriculum. In particular, the role of the education officer will be to facilitate the language upskilling of primary teachers and the development of resources and other supports. Further details about PPLI and its work is available at www.ppli.ie and www.languagesconnect.ie.
A number of Education Officers to work in the three areas outlined above. Candidates for these roles will also need to be leaders with excellent interpersonal skills, able to motivate and inspire teachers and work with teams of associates. They will need to be adaptable, able to engage in an evolving programme of work in a culture of improvement, collaboration, innovation, and creativity.
For more information on the job specification and the requirements, skills and competencies view the Information Booklet here.
To apply, please fill out the Application Form here.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 12 o’clock mid-day on Friday 13th December 2024.
Company Overview
Post-Primary Languages Ireland (PPLI) provides expertise and support for foreign language education in Ireland, fully funded by the Department of Education. Along with a growing number of partners, PPLI also delivers the Languages Connect awareness campaign, which highlights the benefits of foreign language skills.