ADVERT ID 245264
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Oct 6 2025
Application Closing Date:
Mon Oct 20 2025
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 10 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream with Special Classes
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
14
Current Enrolment:
216
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Ardfert Central N.S. invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Deputy Principal.
Ardfert Central N.S is a co-educational vertical mainstream school with a special class for students with autism, 13 teaching posts and 8 Special Needs Assistants.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019.
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 and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Ardfert Central N.S. and an ability to support and promote school/community links
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, a range of teaching experience and high level of understanding of SEN, EAL inclusion and differentiation.
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 and fund raising activities.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community.
Proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development is essential.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community.
Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a recognised primary school in Ireland
Appointment is subject, but not limited to, satisfactory references (please provide 3 referees), current and continuing Teaching Council registration, current Garda vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Applications by post only, to be received by 3pm on Monday 20th October 2025.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Invitations to interview will be sent via email.
Ardfert Central N.S is a co-educational vertical mainstream school with a special class for students with autism, 13 teaching posts and 8 Special Needs Assistants.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019.
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 and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Ardfert Central N.S. and an ability to support and promote school/community links
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, a range of teaching experience and high level of understanding of SEN, EAL inclusion and differentiation.
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 and fund raising activities.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community.
Proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development is essential.
The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills required to lead and maintain a happy, active, and progressive school community.
Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience in a recognised primary school in Ireland
Appointment is subject, but not limited to, satisfactory references (please provide 3 referees), current and continuing Teaching Council registration, current Garda vetting requirements and Occupational Health Screening.
Applications by post only, to be received by 3pm on Monday 20th October 2025.
Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Invitations to interview will be sent via email.
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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.
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Unbound/Slide Binder)
- 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:
19384C
Apply To:
The Chairperson,
Ardfert Central N.S
Station Road
Ardfert
Tralee
Tralee
V92CD63
Ardfert Central N.S
Station Road
Ardfert
Tralee
Tralee
V92CD63
County:
Kerry
Enquiries To:
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