Vice Principal

The Company is seeking a Vice Principal to combine a full-time teaching commitment with a key role in school leadership and management. The Vice Principal will deputise for the Principal when required and help shape school aims, lead development planning and self-evaluation, coordinate curriculum delivery, and monitor teaching quality and pupil progress. Responsibilities also include supporting staff development, assessment and pastoral provision, safeguarding, positive behaviour, timetabling, budget administration, and extracurricular activities. The role involves managing resources and support staff, working with parents and the wider community, and promoting high standards of learning and achievement. Applicants must hold a teaching qualification recognized for teaching in primary schools in Northern Ireland, have at least five years of relevant post-qualification experience, and demonstrate recent strategic leadership or coordination experience that has contributed to measurable improvement. Candidates must show knowledge of the Northern Ireland Primary Curriculum, effective teaching practice, data use, and organizational and resource management. Strong leadership, communication, planning, collaboration, and decision-making skills are essential, alongside a child-centred approach, integrity, adaptability, and the ability to work under pressure. Registration with the General Teaching Council for Northern Ireland is required upon taking up the role.