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Additional Information:
Mary Queen of Angels 2 Boys National School invites applications for the position of secretary.
This is a permanent position (20 hrs per week) and will be subject to sanction from the DEY. The successful candidate will be recruited in line with the terms & conditions as set out in circular 36/2022. New secretaries will be placed on point 1 of the scale as set out in appendix 1 of the circular unless they have prior experience as a school secretary.
The position is subject to compulsory garda vetting, Medmark clearance, online Tusla child protection training and a 6 month probationary period. The hours of work for this onsite role are: 08.45 to 13.30pm Mon to Fri. Flexibility may be required at other times to support other school activities / events.
Key duties of the position will include:
- point of contact for all visitors & enquiries
- managing school communications (phone, email, databases e.g. Aladdin, POD & OLCS)
- working alongside the school management team
- management of school financial accounts
- office management
- procurement of resources
- liaising with service providers, suppliers etc.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:
- professionalism & discretion
- the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- strong interpersonal & communication skills
- book keeping skills including knowledge of online banking
- a willingness to engage with continuous professional development

- ICT proficiency
- knowledge in relation to GDPR and data protection
- ability to use own initiative (work independently & as part of a team)
- positive outlook & a willingness to contribute to overall school development
- good planning & organisational skills