ADVERT ID 226280
Deputy Principal
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Mon Oct 14 2024 15:50:57
Application Closing Date:
Mon Oct 28 2024
Commencement Date:
Mon Nov 4 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:
6
Current Enrolment:
99
Droichead school:
No
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POST DETAILS
Panel of Applicants:
An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.
Additional Information:
An internal panel of suitable applicants may be set up to fill vacancies which may occur within a specific time period (four months for teacher posts and the duration of the school year for SNA posts) from the date on which the Board approves the successful candidate.
Kilmurry National School (under the Patronage of Bishop Ray Browne, Bishop of Kerry. Roll Number: 10394G, is inviting applications for the position of Deputy Principal.
This is a permanent position. The appointment will be made via open competition.
Circular 0044/2019 states: ‘While the Principal is ultimately responsible to the Board of Management, as appropriate, for the leadership and management of the school, the Deputy Principal occupies a position of vital importance within the senior leadership team in a school. Shared leadership requires openness and willingness on the part of Principals and Deputy Principals, to share and to distribute leadership and management responsibilities in a manner that encourages and supports partnership. The Deputy Principal co-operates with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal’s role and acts or deputises as the Principal in the Principal’s absence’.
In accordance with Circular 0044/2019, it should be noted that as the needs of the school continuously evolve, a review of duties may result in reassignment of the role and responsibilities within the leadership and management team.
The Deputy Principal will work with the Principal and the In-School Leadership Team to support and develop effective leadership within the school. Specific Roles and Responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as outlined in circular 0044/2019 as follows:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
In line with the above domains and working closely with the Principal, the duties attached to the role involve whole school curricular development, policy development, day-to-day management of resources and personnel and long-term strategic planning for the future development of the school.
The successful candidate must hold a certificate to teach religion in a Catholic school. The Deputy Principal will be expected to uphold and promote the ethos, values, and traditions of the school.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council.
In addition, the following skills, knowledge, competencies and experience are desirable;
• Ability to exercise flexibility and full involvement in the school, in partnership with and under the direction of the principal to meet the daily needs of the school.
• Proven leadership skills
• Teaching experience in a multi-class setting is highly desirable.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work well with all staff and the wider school community.
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school activities, especially the organisation and development of sporting events.
• The capacity to successfully lead and administer a school
• Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
• Previous experience in policy development
• An understanding of School Self-Evaluation and long-term strategic planning for the development of the school
• A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate, develop leadership capacity and empower others
• Motivated to have a role in mentoring and the professional development of staff members.
• Proven ability to manage IT and digital resources.
Appointment to this position will be subject, but not limited to successful, OHS, Garda Vetting,
current and continuing Teaching Council Registration, satisfactory references and proof of qualifications. Please submit only the requested documents.
Please mark envelope ‘Deputy Principal Application’
Kilmurry National School (under the Patronage of Bishop Ray Browne, Bishop of Kerry. Roll Number: 10394G, is inviting applications for the position of Deputy Principal.
This is a permanent position. The appointment will be made via open competition.
Circular 0044/2019 states: ‘While the Principal is ultimately responsible to the Board of Management, as appropriate, for the leadership and management of the school, the Deputy Principal occupies a position of vital importance within the senior leadership team in a school. Shared leadership requires openness and willingness on the part of Principals and Deputy Principals, to share and to distribute leadership and management responsibilities in a manner that encourages and supports partnership. The Deputy Principal co-operates with the Principal in the fulfilment of the Principal’s role and acts or deputises as the Principal in the Principal’s absence’.
In accordance with Circular 0044/2019, it should be noted that as the needs of the school continuously evolve, a review of duties may result in reassignment of the role and responsibilities within the leadership and management team.
The Deputy Principal will work with the Principal and the In-School Leadership Team to support and develop effective leadership within the school. Specific Roles and Responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management as outlined in circular 0044/2019 as follows:
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity
In line with the above domains and working closely with the Principal, the duties attached to the role involve whole school curricular development, policy development, day-to-day management of resources and personnel and long-term strategic planning for the future development of the school.
The successful candidate must hold a certificate to teach religion in a Catholic school. The Deputy Principal will be expected to uphold and promote the ethos, values, and traditions of the school.
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria: Fully registered under Route 1 (Primary) with the Teaching Council.
In addition, the following skills, knowledge, competencies and experience are desirable;
• Ability to exercise flexibility and full involvement in the school, in partnership with and under the direction of the principal to meet the daily needs of the school.
• Proven leadership skills
• Teaching experience in a multi-class setting is highly desirable.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work well with all staff and the wider school community.
• Experience in the development, implementation, operation and evaluation of innovative school activities, especially the organisation and development of sporting events.
• The capacity to successfully lead and administer a school
• Experience in prioritising, planning and organising workload
• Previous experience in policy development
• An understanding of School Self-Evaluation and long-term strategic planning for the development of the school
• A commitment to shared leadership and a willingness to delegate, develop leadership capacity and empower others
• Motivated to have a role in mentoring and the professional development of staff members.
• Proven ability to manage IT and digital resources.
Appointment to this position will be subject, but not limited to successful, OHS, Garda Vetting,
current and continuing Teaching Council Registration, satisfactory references and proof of qualifications. Please submit only the requested documents.
Please mark envelope ‘Deputy Principal Application’
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Standard Application Form for Principalship/Deputy Principalship
- 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:
10394G
Apply To:
The Chairperson
Kilmurry NS
Cordal
Castleisland
V92 X015
Kilmurry NS
Cordal
Castleisland
V92 X015
County:
Kerry
Enquiries To:
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