ADVERT ID 240623
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jul 3 2025
Application Closing Date:
Thu Jul 17 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Sep 1 2025
Status of Post:
Acting
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
3
Current Enrolment:
30
Droichead school:
No
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Leckaun National School invites applications for the Acting Deputy Principal position to cover a career break. This is a teaching leadership role with responsibility for the Junior Classroom (Junior Infants – 2nd Class).
Leckaun N.S. is a small, rural, multi-grade vertical school with two mainstream class teachers and SET post. The Acting Deputy Principal will support the Principal in maintaining strong leadership and the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
Key Responsibilities:
The roles and responsibilities of this post will be aligned with the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
- Leading Teaching and Learning
- Managing the Organisation
- Leading School Development
- Developing Leadership Capacity
Desirable Skills, Experience, and Knowledge:
Proven leadership skills, including policy development and implementation.
Previous teaching experience across a range of classes in a multi-grade setting.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to foster a culture of learning and creativity within the school.
Ability to collaborate effectively with all staff members and the wider school community.
Willingness to engage in Continuous Professional Development.
Applications should be submitted by email applications@leckaunns.ie
or by post to:
Chairperson Fr. Paul Casey (Acting Deputy Principal Application)
Parochial House,
Dromahair
Co. Leitrim
Please include "Acting Deputy Principal Application" in the subject line of email or marked clearly on the envelope.
Application Deadline: 12 noon on Thursday 17th July 2025.
Note: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Canvassing will disqualify. Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, and satisfactory references
You can learn more about Leckaun N.S. by visiting our website or following us on social media.
Website: www.leckaunns.ie
Leckaun N.S. is a small, rural, multi-grade vertical school with two mainstream class teachers and SET post. The Acting Deputy Principal will support the Principal in maintaining strong leadership and the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
Key Responsibilities:
The roles and responsibilities of this post will be aligned with the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
- Leading Teaching and Learning
- Managing the Organisation
- Leading School Development
- Developing Leadership Capacity
Desirable Skills, Experience, and Knowledge:
Proven leadership skills, including policy development and implementation.
Previous teaching experience across a range of classes in a multi-grade setting.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to foster a culture of learning and creativity within the school.
Ability to collaborate effectively with all staff members and the wider school community.
Willingness to engage in Continuous Professional Development.
Applications should be submitted by email applications@leckaunns.ie
or by post to:
Chairperson Fr. Paul Casey (Acting Deputy Principal Application)
Parochial House,
Dromahair
Co. Leitrim
Please include "Acting Deputy Principal Application" in the subject line of email or marked clearly on the envelope.
Application Deadline: 12 noon on Thursday 17th July 2025.
Note: Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Canvassing will disqualify. Appointment will be subject to current vetting requirements, occupational health screening, and satisfactory references
You can learn more about Leckaun N.S. by visiting our website or following us on social media.
Website: www.leckaunns.ie
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- 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:
18329M
Apply To:
Chairperson Fr. Paul Casey
St. Patrick's Parochial House,
Dromahair
Co. Leitrim
St. Patrick's Parochial House,
Dromahair
Co. Leitrim
County:
Leitrim
Enquiries To:
Website:
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