ADVERT ID 244824
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Sep 22 2025
Application Closing Date:
Tue Oct 7 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 3 2025
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:
9
Current Enrolment:
142
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of S.N. Naomh Peadar (Moycarkey National School) invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Deputy Principal to take effect from the 3rd November 2025.
The Deputy Principal will work in collaboration with the Principal to ensure all students havea positive educational experience, that there is strong leadership across the school and that the school fully conforms to the governance structures as set out by the Department of Education and Youth. The Deputy Principal along with the Principal and ISM team, will model and develop a strong culture of mutual trust, respect, shared accountability and confidentiality.
Candidates are asked to provide a cover letter detailing their experience, skills and qualities and showing their suitability for this post.
Email address is required as all communication will be via email.
The appointment of Deputy Principal will be made under the terms of Circular 0044/2019, is an open competition and the roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
Applicants should demonstrate:
An understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school and an ability to support and promote school/community links
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
Involvement in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of school based initiatives
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community
A proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development is desirable
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with the strong interpersonal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a recognised primary school in Ireland.
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The Deputy Principal will work in collaboration with the Principal to ensure all students havea positive educational experience, that there is strong leadership across the school and that the school fully conforms to the governance structures as set out by the Department of Education and Youth. The Deputy Principal along with the Principal and ISM team, will model and develop a strong culture of mutual trust, respect, shared accountability and confidentiality.
Candidates are asked to provide a cover letter detailing their experience, skills and qualities and showing their suitability for this post.
Email address is required as all communication will be via email.
The appointment of Deputy Principal will be made under the terms of Circular 0044/2019, is an open competition and the roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity.
Applicants should demonstrate:
An understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school and an ability to support and promote school/community links
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting
Involvement in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of school based initiatives
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community
A proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development is desirable
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with the strong interpersonal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a recognised primary school in Ireland.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Teaching Council Registration
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
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Roll Number:
04005G
Apply To:
Roll Number:
04005g
Apply to:
deputyprincipalpostmoycarkeyns@gmail.com
County:
Tipperary
Website:
http://www.moycarkeyns.ie
04005g
Apply to:
deputyprincipalpostmoycarkeyns@gmail.com
County:
Tipperary
Website:
http://www.moycarkeyns.ie
County:
Tipperary
Enquiries To:
050444439
Website:
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