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ADVERT ID 219435
Principal Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Thu Jun 27 2024 12:18:03
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jul 12 2024
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 28 2024
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:
9
Current Enrolment:
95
Droichead school:
No
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
St Finian’s NS, Dillonstown is a co-ed Primary School with two special classes for autism. St. Finian’s is a rural school with 98 on roll. Our school motto is “Respect, Learn, Grow Toghether’ The school has a Catholic ethos and is under the patronage of the Catholic Arch-Bishop of Armagh. The Board of Management of St. Finian’s NS invites applications for the position of Administrative Principal. This is a permanent position, commencing on August 28th 2024.
The present staff comprises of 4 Mainstream Class Teachers, 2 Special Education Teachers, 2 Special class teachers, seven S.N.As, 1 secretary, 1 cleaner and 2 bus escorts.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council and have 5 years recognised teaching service, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, taken from ‘Looking at our School, 2022: A Quality framework for Primary Schools and Special Schools’.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The following skills, knowledge, experience and competencies are desirable:
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting.
An understanding and a commitment to St. Finian’s NS’ ethos and the school’s Catholic ethos and an ability to support and promote school/parish links.
Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all staff members, Board of Management, parents/ guardians and the wider school community.
A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others.
Excellent communication skills
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience.
Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
Candidates must include:
Three copies of the Standard Application for Principalship/Deputy Principalship
Three copies of a Letter of Application
One copy of Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees
Teaching Council Registration
Applications must be submitted by POST and envelope clearly marked “Application for Principal Teacher”.
Applications made by any other means other than by post will not be considered. Canvassing will disqualify.
There must be a minimum of three applicants to enable the Board to proceed to interview.
Invitation to attend interview will be sent via email and only candidates who meet the shortlisting criteria will be contacted.
The present staff comprises of 4 Mainstream Class Teachers, 2 Special Education Teachers, 2 Special class teachers, seven S.N.As, 1 secretary, 1 cleaner and 2 bus escorts.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council and have 5 years recognised teaching service, two of which must be in a recognised primary school within the Republic of Ireland.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management, taken from ‘Looking at our School, 2022: A Quality framework for Primary Schools and Special Schools’.
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
The following skills, knowledge, experience and competencies are desirable:
An excellent level of understanding and knowledge of school leadership, management and administration in a primary school setting.
An understanding and a commitment to St. Finian’s NS’ ethos and the school’s Catholic ethos and an ability to support and promote school/parish links.
Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with all staff members, Board of Management, parents/ guardians and the wider school community.
A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate and develop leadership capacity and empower others.
Excellent communication skills
An in-depth knowledge of the Primary Curriculum and a range of teaching experience.
Understanding and knowledge of the requirements associated with the provision of Special Education Needs, inclusion and diversity.
Candidates must include:
Three copies of the Standard Application for Principalship/Deputy Principalship
Three copies of a Letter of Application
One copy of Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees
Teaching Council Registration
Applications must be submitted by POST and envelope clearly marked “Application for Principal Teacher”.
Applications made by any other means other than by post will not be considered. Canvassing will disqualify.
There must be a minimum of three applicants to enable the Board to proceed to interview.
Invitation to attend interview will be sent via email and only candidates who meet the shortlisting criteria will be contacted.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship
- Letter of Application
- Recognised Certificate to Teach Religious Education
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Roll Number:
17952D
Apply To:
The Chairperson
St. Finian’s NS
Dillonstown
Drumcar
Co. Louth
A92 CC60
St. Finian’s NS
Dillonstown
Drumcar
Co. Louth
A92 CC60
County:
Louth
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