ADVERT ID 264026
Deputy Principal
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Dunkineely NS
Dunkineely
Co. Donegal
Co. Donegal
F94 W744
Co. Donegal
Co. Donegal
F94 W744
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Nov 10 2026
Application Closing Date:
Tue Nov 24 2026
Commencement Date:
Wed Jan 6 2027
Status of Post:
Permanent
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SCHOOL DETAILS
School Type:
Mainstream
School Structure:
Vertical
Gender:
Co-Educational
School Patronage:
Catholic
Classification:
DEIS Rural
Total No. of Teaching Staff:
6
Current Enrolment:
93
Droichead school:
Yes
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
The Board of Management of Dunkineely NS under the patronage of the Catholic Bishop of Raphoe, invites applications from eligible, qualified teachers for the permanent position of Deputy Principal.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019.
Eligibility for Criteria for Appointment:-
Applicants must hold a recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School and be committed to upholding and promoting the ethos, values and traditions of the Catholic Church.
Applicants must meet all the statutory requirements, including Garda Vetting, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council Registration and satisfactory references.
The roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in DE Circular 0044/2019
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, evidence of the following knowledge, competencies and experience are essential to the role:
An understanding and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Dunkineely NS.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of experience.
A proven commitment to supporting the diverse educational, social and emotional need of the students.
An excellent understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in policy development, implementation and future planning in accordance with the needs of the school.
Excellent communication, good understanding and knowledge of educationally based IT and interpersonal skills.
The Deputy Principal will co-operate with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal's role and is required to act or deputise as the Principal in the Principal’s absence.
Recruitment and appointment procedures in accordance with DE Circular 0044/2019.
Eligibility for Criteria for Appointment:-
Applicants must hold a recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education in a Catholic School and be committed to upholding and promoting the ethos, values and traditions of the Catholic Church.
Applicants must meet all the statutory requirements, including Garda Vetting, Occupational Health Screening, Teaching Council Registration and satisfactory references.
The roles and responsibilities for this post relate to the four domains of leadership and management as specified in DE Circular 0044/2019
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
In addition, evidence of the following knowledge, competencies and experience are essential to the role:
An understanding and a commitment to the values, vision and Catholic ethos of Dunkineely NS.
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a broad range of experience.
A proven commitment to supporting the diverse educational, social and emotional need of the students.
An excellent understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all staff members, parents, Board of Management and the wider school community.
A proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in policy development, implementation and future planning in accordance with the needs of the school.
Excellent communication, good understanding and knowledge of educationally based IT and interpersonal skills.
The Deputy Principal will co-operate with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal's role and is required to act or deputise as the Principal in the Principal’s absence.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship - in English
- Letter of Application
- Referees (name, role, contact no.)
- Teaching Council Registration
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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