Human Resources Unit

The Human Resources (HR) Unit is responsible for managing the HR function for the internal department’s staff, which includes the Schools Inspectorate, the National Educational Psychological Service and the Planning and Building staff working in the department. The departments staff are based in our three main offices of Dublin, Athlone and Tullamore as well as other local and regional office locations across the country.

Queries in relation to the terms and conditions of employment of teachers and Special Needs Assistants in primary and post-primary schools are dealt with by Teacher and SNAs Terms and Conditions Unit

In the Human Resource Unit, we are committed to providing exceptional service to our staff, ensuring their well-being and professional development. We believe that investing in our people is essential for achieving excellence in education. If you’re interested in working in the Department of Education, our vacancies are advertised on the public jobs website here

Main Office HR Unit Dublin

Address: Department of Education, HR Unit, Marlborough Street, Dublin 1. D01 RC96

Phone: (01) 889 6636

Email HR_Mailbox@education.gov.ie

HR Unit Athlone

Address: Department of Education, HR Unit, Cornamaddy, Athlone, County Westmeath, N37 X659

Phone: (090) 648 3620

HR Unit Tullamore

Address: Department of Education, HR Unit, Portlaoise Road, Tullamore, County Offaly, R35 Y2N5

Phone:(057) 932 4313.

Staff Training and Development Unit

E-mail:staff_training@education.gov.ie

Address: Department of Education, Staff Training Unit, Cornamaddy, Athlone, County Westmeath, N37 X659

Phone: (090) 648 4116