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The Board of Management of Rathcormac National School invite applications for the position of Deputy Principal. This is a permanent teaching position, and the appointment will be made via open competition.
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.

Rathcormac NS is a vibrant and inclusive school committed to providing a high-quality, holistic education for all pupils.
The Deputy Principal will work with the Principal to support and develop effective leadership within the school. 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.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities for this position relate to the four domains of Leadership and Management outlined in circular 0044/2019 and in 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

In line with the above domains and collaborating 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.
In addition evidence of the following is essential to the role.
• A commitment to work with and support the Principal towards a shared vision for the school, to continue to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school and to foster a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Evidence of the ability to foster positive relationships with all members of the school community.
•A proven ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in policy development, implementation and future planning as per the needs of the school.
• Flexibility to adapt, in order to cater for the daily changing needs of the school, both during and outside of scheduled school hours.
• Capacity to lead School Self-Evaluation (SSE) processes and ensure alignment with Department of Education guidelines.

The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of qualifications in Education and a recognised qualification to teach Religious Education.
Appointment will be subject, but not limited to:
• Satisfactory references
• Current & continuing Teaching Council registration
• Current Garda Vetting requirements
• Occupational Health screening.


Applications by post only and should arrive no later than 4pm on the closing date.
Please enclose three copies of the application letter and application form and write “Deputy Principal Application” on the envelope.

Cover letter should include an email address for invitation to interview. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Thank you.