Primary School Principal & Educational Leader

National Instruments; Antrim; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

National Instruments in Antrim is seeking a Teaching Principal to lead a primary school, setting strategic direction and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. The post involves staff deployment, curriculum oversight, and strong collaboration with governors and authorities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive leadership, budgetary oversight, and strategic planning, with a commitment to pupil development and community engagement in a challenging NI context.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification required for grant-aided schools in Northern Ireland.
• Postgraduate qualification in Education enhances eligibility.
• Proven leadership experience in a primary school setting.

Responsibilities

• Formulate overall aims and policies for the school.
• Lead and develop staff to secure school improvement.
• Oversee curriculum, pupils’ progress, and pastoral care.
• Monitor and report on school performance and development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Staff development

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Teaching qualification

Postgraduate qualification in Education

Job description

National Instruments in Antrim is seeking a Teaching Principal to lead a primary school, setting strategic direction and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. The post involves staff deployment, curriculum oversight, and strong collaboration with governors and authorities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive leadership, budgetary oversight, and strategic planning, with a commitment to pupil development and community engagement in a challenging NI context.