ADVERT ID 248330
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Feb 26 2026
Application Closing Date:
Thu Mar 12 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed May 6 2026
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Junior School
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS 1
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
21
Current Enrolment:
164
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St. Patrick's JNS is a Junior co-educational DEIS Band 1 school (Early Start class to 2nd class), under the patronage of the Archbishop of Dublin.
St. Patrick’s is a diverse, inclusive and progressive school community.
The school consists of 10 mainstream classes, an Early Start class as well as two autism classes.
It is expected that applicants will have a clear understanding of and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school. Applicants must hold a certificate to teach Religious Education.
The roles and responsibilities of the post are determined by the four domains of leadership and management as set out in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The following skills, experience and knowledge are desirable:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead teaching and learning.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, including a range of teaching experience and high level of understanding of SEN, EAL, inclusion and differentiation.
• Experience in policy development.
• Ability to promote a culture of learning and creativity in the school.
• A proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development.
• A commitment to continuing and relevant professional development.
St. Patrick’s is a diverse, inclusive and progressive school community.
The school consists of 10 mainstream classes, an Early Start class as well as two autism classes.
It is expected that applicants will have a clear understanding of and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school. Applicants must hold a certificate to teach Religious Education.
The roles and responsibilities of the post are determined by the four domains of leadership and management as set out in Circular 0044/2019:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The following skills, experience and knowledge are desirable:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and capacity to successfully lead teaching and learning.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum, including a range of teaching experience and high level of understanding of SEN, EAL, inclusion and differentiation.
• Experience in policy development.
• Ability to promote a culture of learning and creativity in the school.
• A proven experience in prioritising, planning and policy development.
• A commitment to continuing and relevant professional development.
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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
- Letter of Application
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- Teaching Council Registration
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
19545A
Apply To:
Dr Pat OConnor
St Patricks JNS
Blackcourt Road
Blanchardstown
D15KD21
St Patricks JNS
Blackcourt Road
Blanchardstown
D15KD21
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 15
Enquiries To:
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