ADVERT ID 250914
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Apr 27 2026
Application Closing Date:
Tue May 12 2026
Commencement Date:
Thu Aug 27 2026
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
Classification:
DEIS 2
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
19
Current Enrolment:
204
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Dominican Primary School (Roll No. 05600C) under the patronage of the Catholic Archbishop of Dublin invites applications for the position of Deputy Principal. This is a leadership role offering an opportunity to work with the Principal and leadership team to support the effective management, development and wellbeing of a diverse and inclusive school.
The roles and responsibilities of 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
The successful candidate will be a leader who demonstrates:
• A strong commitment to inclusive education with a capacity to lead and support special education, special classes, EAL provision and mainstream provision.
• A commitment to leading and promoting positive behaviour strategies, development of pupil voice and a culture of learning and creativity.
• A vision to lead quality teaching and learning in a DEIS Band 2 context.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with pupils, parents/guardians, all staff, outside agencies and the wider learning community.
• Proven leadership skills including experience of policy/plan development, implementation and evaluation of school-based initiatives.
• Strong organisational capabilities, with experience in prioritising, planning and managing workload effectively.
• Experience working with teams, with delegation skills and a commitment to developing leadership capacity in others.
• An understanding of, and a commitment to upholding the Catholic Ethos of the Dominican Primary School and the values of Dominican education.
• A commitment to, and evidence of continuing professional development relevant to a senior leadership role.
• A willingness to work in partnership with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal’s role and acts or deputises as the Principal in the Principal’s absence.
Applications by post only and marked 'DP Application'
Three copies of the 'Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship' to be included.
The roles and responsibilities of 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
The successful candidate will be a leader who demonstrates:
• A strong commitment to inclusive education with a capacity to lead and support special education, special classes, EAL provision and mainstream provision.
• A commitment to leading and promoting positive behaviour strategies, development of pupil voice and a culture of learning and creativity.
• A vision to lead quality teaching and learning in a DEIS Band 2 context.
• Excellent people management skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with pupils, parents/guardians, all staff, outside agencies and the wider learning community.
• Proven leadership skills including experience of policy/plan development, implementation and evaluation of school-based initiatives.
• Strong organisational capabilities, with experience in prioritising, planning and managing workload effectively.
• Experience working with teams, with delegation skills and a commitment to developing leadership capacity in others.
• An understanding of, and a commitment to upholding the Catholic Ethos of the Dominican Primary School and the values of Dominican education.
• A commitment to, and evidence of continuing professional development relevant to a senior leadership role.
• A willingness to work in partnership with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal’s role and acts or deputises as the Principal in the Principal’s absence.
Applications by post only and marked 'DP Application'
Three copies of the 'Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship' to be included.
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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
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
05600C
Apply To:
Chairperson (DP Application)
Dominican Primary School
Convent Road
Dún Laoghaire
Co. Dublin
A96 V2P2
Dominican Primary School
Convent Road
Dún Laoghaire
Co. Dublin
A96 V2P2
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
County Dublin
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