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An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.

The Board of Management of Monageer NS invites applications for the position of job-share partner in the role of school secretary. This is a one year fixed term contract (3 days one week/2days the next - Mondays & Tuesdays and every other Wednesday) and is subject to the Department of Education Circular 36/2022 "Revision of salaries and Annual Leave Arrangements for School Secretaries". The entry level for this role is on the first point on the pay scale unless the successful candidate has previous experience working as a school secretary.

The appointment is subject to Garda Vetting and the successful candidate will be required to undertake TUSLA Child Protection Training and other related training as deemed appropriate by the BOM. This position is subject to a six-month probationary period.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of the school community working closely with the Principal, staff and BOM and will manage the school office in a professional, discreet, confidential and efficient manner.

The ideal candidate should be reliable, flexible and willing to learn on the job. They would also have the ability to work on one’s own initiative and the ability to work in a team environment

Essential Skills and Knowledge required-
* Reliability, trustworthiness and strict adherence to confidentiality in all school matters
* Competency in maintaining financial accounts, online payment systems, and monthly financial reports.
* A clear understanding and adherence to GDPR and Data Protection
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills-oral and written

Excellent IT skills
* A high level of proficiency in ICT and the use of Google Drive/ Office 365 and other online applications.
* Be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the school
* Experience in a similar role is advantageous
* Knowledge of online databases (e.g., Aladdin, Payroll Systems, POD & OLCS systems).


Responsibilities include but are not limited to-
* General secretarial and administrative duties consistent with the role of school secretary
* Meticulous management of school databases and filing systems to include Aladdin, OLCS, POD, Payroll etc.
* Maintaining records of contracts, staff leave and recording of staff substitution
* Maintaining financial accounts, online payment systems, and monthly financial reports.
* Assisting the Principal/Accountant/Treasurer of the BOM in maintaining all financial records, FSSU monthly reports and managing payments
* Liaising with representatives of service providers, suppliers, school users, the Dept of Education, outside agencies and visitors.
* Carrying out other duties assigned by the Principal/BOM and related to the post of school secretary including new initiatives and future developments of the school and/or Dept of Education.

The above job description is not exhaustive. A willingness to learn new skills and systems will be required.

Names and contact phone number for three professional referees should be included.

Applications must be submitted by email only.

Shortlisting will apply, and those shortlisted will be called for an interview. Invitations will issue via e mail.