Client:
Education Authority Location:
Newcastle, United Kingdom Job Category:
Education EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
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10 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job Reference:
25000102 Primary Location:
Down-Newcastle-Newcastle Primary School Contract Type:
Permanent Duration of Contract/Contract End Date:
N/A Status:
Full-Time Hours per Week:
32.4 hpw Working Pattern:
Monday - Friday Grade/Scale:
Principal | L13-L19 | £63,160 - £73,036 per annum School Group:
Group 2 Anticipated Interview Date(s):
Stage 1 Interviews: Tuesday 25 February 2025, Stage 2 Interviews - TBC (if required) PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A PRINCIPAL A Principal shall be required to carry out his/her professional duties in accordance with the school’s policy and objectives as determined by the employing authority and, in the case of a controlled school, the Board of Governors and shall obey the reasonable directions of the employing authority and, in the case of a controlled school, the Board of Governors. Subject to paragraph 1 the Principal shall be responsible for the internal organisation, management and control of the school. In carrying out his/her duties the Principal shall consult, where this is appropriate, with the employing authority, the staff of the school and, in the case of a controlled school, the Board of Governors. Professional Duties Formulating the overall aims and objectives of the school and policies for their implementation; Participating in the selection and appointment of the teaching and non-teaching staff of the school; Deploying and managing all teaching and non-teaching staff of the school and allocating particular duties to them, in a manner consistent with their terms and conditions of employment; Maintaining relationships, as appropriate, with organisations representing teachers and other persons on the staff of the school; Determining, organising and implementing an appropriate curriculum for the school; Keeping under review the work and organisation of the school; Evaluating the standards of teaching and learning in the school; Providing information about the work and performance of the staff employed at the school; Ensuring that all staff in the school have access to advice and training appropriate to their needs; Ensuring that the progress of the pupils of the school is monitored and recorded; Determining and ensuring the implementation of a policy for the pastoral care of the pupils; Making arrangements for parents to be given regular information about the school curriculum; Promoting effective relationships with persons and bodies outside the school; Advising and assisting the Board of Governors in the exercise of their functions; Maintaining liaison with other schools and institutions of further education; Allocating, controlling and accounting for those financial and material resources of the school; Making arrangements for the security and effective supervision of the school buildings; Participating in any scheme of staff development and performance review of principals; Arranging for a Vice-Principal or another suitable person to assume responsibility for the discharge of his/her functions at any time when he/she is absent from the school; Participating, to such extent as may be appropriate, in the teaching of the pupils at the school; To participate in the Performance Review and Staff Development (PRSD) for Principals. A successful candidate will be able to demonstrate relevant experience, knowledge and skills associated with the following key areas: Shaping the Future Keep abreast of and anticipate educational trends; Think strategically to build and communicate a shared coherent vision; Create an ethos and provide direction, which promotes a culture of high expectation, successful learning and achievement; Inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others; Model the values and ethos of the school. Leading and Managing Staff Provide high quality leadership to secure improvement; Collaborate and network with others within and beyond the school; Foster a culture of shared/distributed leadership; Support the development of an open, fair, equitable culture; Work with others to lead professional development for all staff. Leading Learning and Teaching Cultivate enthusiasm for and commitment to the learning process; Lead and manage the development of an effective learning and teaching culture; Ensure effective implementation of the NI Curriculum. Developing the School in the Community Lead and manage the development and promotion of a positive image of the school; Develop and maintain strong and effective relationships with parents and the local community; Ensure effective channels of communication are in place. Managing the Organisation Prioritise, plan and organise themselves and others; Make sound decisions based on a range of informed judgments; Manage resources efficiently and effectively. Ensuring Accountability Create and develop a culture in which all Governors and staff recognise that they are accountable for the success of the school; Lead and manage the process of monitoring and evaluating effectively school outcomes; Conditions of Service:
The Conditions of Service for this post will be in accordance with the Regulations of the Department of Education for Northern Ireland. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Created on 23/01/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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