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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.

Applications are invited for the post of Deputy Principal in Scoil Bhríde, Athgarvan, The Curragh, Co. Kildare (13350B).

Scoil Bhríde is a Catholic school under the patronage of the Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin. The successful candidate must have a recognised qualification to teach Religious Education and a commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the school.

The appointee would become part of the leadership and management team in the school. The eligibility criteria, essential roles and responsibilities of the post of Deputy Principal Teacher are determined by the four Domains of Leadership and Management as set out in chapter 4 of circular 0044/2019
1. Leading Teaching and Learning
2. Managing the Organisation
3. Leading School Development
4. Developing Leadership Capacity

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.
-Previous teaching experience across a wide range of classes, and settings in primary school.
-A clear understanding and knowledge of special education, inclusive education and diversity in education
-Proven ability to work as part of a team and to foster leadership in others.
-Evidence of proficiency in IT Literacy and experience of using it as teaching tool.
-Proven leadership skills, including policy development and implementation
-Proven ability to work as a flexible member of a team in a collaborative manner.
-An understanding of School Self-Evaluation (SSE) policy development and implementation
-Evidence of and a high level of commitment to continuing and relevant professional development .
-Candidates should demonstrate the ability to work well with all staff and the wider school community.
-Ability to promote a culture of learning and creativity in the school.
-An ability to work with staff and outside agencies to promote pupil wellbeing and provide children with the knowledge, skills and competencies to help them deal with challenges.
-Excellent communication skills expressed both in leadership and management.

The Deputy Principal will work with the Principal to support and develop effective leadership within the school. The Deputy Principal cooperates with the Principal in the fulfillment of the Principal's role and acts or deputises as the Principal in the Principal's absence.

The roles and responsibilities of this post are subject to review and change according to procedures set out in Circular 44/19. The responsibilities of the role will require participation in the leadership role outside the standard school day and outside of the standard school year.

Applicants should apply to applications@scoilbhrideathgarvan.com by 3pm on Friday, June 7th.