ADVERT ID 204606
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Deactivated
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Oct 17 2023
Application Closing Date:
Tue Oct 31 2023
Commencement Date:
Mon Jan 8 2024
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
18
Current Enrolment:
271
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Sr. Aidan's N.S. invites applications for the open competition of Deputy Principal. This is a permanent position commencing on 8th January.
The appointment will be made under the terms of Circular 0044/2019, Circular Letter 0044/2022 and LAOS 2022. To be eligible for consideration candidates must be fully registered with the Teaching Council under Route 1 - Primary - and must have a minimum of five years teaching experience, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
As per circular 0044/2019, the Deputy Principal will serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal. The Deputy Principal will work in partnership with the Principal to ensure the effective leadership and management of the school. In accordance with Circular 0044/2019, it should be noted that as the needs of the school continuously evolve, a review of duties may result in reassignment of the role and responsibilities with the leadership and management team. The responsibilities of the role will require the successful candidate to participate in the leadership role outside of the standard school day and also outside the standard school year. The Deputy Principal will work in collaboration with the Principal to ensure that all students have a positive educational experience, that there is strong leadership across the school. The Deputy Principal, along with the Principal and ISM Team, will model and develop a strong culture of mutual trust, care and respect.
Specific roles and responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as outlined in circular 0044/2019 as follows:
Domain One: Leading Teaching and Learning
Domain Two: Managing the Organisation
Domain Three: Leading School Development
Domain Four: Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, the following knowledge, competencies and skills are desirable:
- Proven leadership skills including policy development and implementation and prioritizing, planning and organising workload
-Evidence of working as an effective team member
-Long term strategic planning for the development of the school
- Evidence of and a high level of commitment to Continuous Professional Development
-The ability to promote a culture of learning and creativity in school
-An understanding of School Self-Evaluation (SSE) policy development and implementation
-Effective interpersonal, communication and people management skills
- A clear understanding and knowledge of special education, special class setting, inclusive education and diversity in education
- A commitment to supporting and promoting the values, vision and Catholic ethos of our school
-An ability to work with staff and outside agencies to promote pupil wellbeing and provide children with the knowledge, skills and competencies to help them deal with challenges
-A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, Board of Management and the wider community
Envelopes should be clearly marked Deputy Principal Application. Please supply four copies of the Application Letter and Form.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to: satisfactory references, current and continuing teaching council registration, occupational health screening, current vetting requirements and certificate to teach religion.
Only candidates who meet the shortlisting criteria will be contacted.
A minimum of three eligible applications are required for this competition to proceed.
The appointment will be made under the terms of Circular 0044/2019, Circular Letter 0044/2022 and LAOS 2022. To be eligible for consideration candidates must be fully registered with the Teaching Council under Route 1 - Primary - and must have a minimum of five years teaching experience, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
As per circular 0044/2019, the Deputy Principal will serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal. The Deputy Principal will work in partnership with the Principal to ensure the effective leadership and management of the school. In accordance with Circular 0044/2019, it should be noted that as the needs of the school continuously evolve, a review of duties may result in reassignment of the role and responsibilities with the leadership and management team. The responsibilities of the role will require the successful candidate to participate in the leadership role outside of the standard school day and also outside the standard school year. The Deputy Principal will work in collaboration with the Principal to ensure that all students have a positive educational experience, that there is strong leadership across the school. The Deputy Principal, along with the Principal and ISM Team, will model and develop a strong culture of mutual trust, care and respect.
Specific roles and responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as outlined in circular 0044/2019 as follows:
Domain One: Leading Teaching and Learning
Domain Two: Managing the Organisation
Domain Three: Leading School Development
Domain Four: Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, the following knowledge, competencies and skills are desirable:
- Proven leadership skills including policy development and implementation and prioritizing, planning and organising workload
-Evidence of working as an effective team member
-Long term strategic planning for the development of the school
- Evidence of and a high level of commitment to Continuous Professional Development
-The ability to promote a culture of learning and creativity in school
-An understanding of School Self-Evaluation (SSE) policy development and implementation
-Effective interpersonal, communication and people management skills
- A clear understanding and knowledge of special education, special class setting, inclusive education and diversity in education
- A commitment to supporting and promoting the values, vision and Catholic ethos of our school
-An ability to work with staff and outside agencies to promote pupil wellbeing and provide children with the knowledge, skills and competencies to help them deal with challenges
-A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, Board of Management and the wider community
Envelopes should be clearly marked Deputy Principal Application. Please supply four copies of the Application Letter and Form.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to: satisfactory references, current and continuing teaching council registration, occupational health screening, current vetting requirements and certificate to teach religion.
Only candidates who meet the shortlisting criteria will be contacted.
A minimum of three eligible applications are required for this competition to proceed.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Letter of Application
- Teaching Council Registration
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19698C
Apply To:
Chairperson,
Board of Management,
St. Aidan's N.S.,
Smithtown,
Shannon,
Co. Clare
Board of Management,
St. Aidan's N.S.,
Smithtown,
Shannon,
Co. Clare
County:
Clare
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