Principal/Head

School Name: The King’s Hospital School

School Address: Old Lucan Rd, Brooklawn, Palmerstown, Dublin 20, D20 V256, Ireland.

Job Summary:

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: 1st September 2024 or to be agreed

Apply by: 31st May 2024

Job Overview:

The Board of Management of The King’s Hospital School invites applications from suitably qualified individuals for the post of Principal/Head to take effect from 1st September 2024 or to be agreed.

The King’s Hospital School is a fee charging co-educational boarding and day school, with a current enrolment of 720. The school is a Voluntary School Category (XV) under the trusteeship of The Church of Ireland.

This presents an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to lead a distinguished and forward-thinking boarding and day school. The King’s Hospital School offers a rich tapestry of history and progress with a vibrant and expansive community.

The King’s Hospital School, a historic boarding and day school, celebrated its  350th year in 2019. Situated on an 80-acre site in West Dublin, the school holds a unique position as both a full boarding and day school under the patronage of The Archbishop of Dublin and Glendalough, while also functioning as a Church of Ireland Parish. Throughout its long history, the school has adapted to societal changes, including becoming coeducational in the 1960s and being at the forefront of diversity and inclusion initiatives in recent decades.

As an educational institution deeply rooted in Church of Ireland values, The King’s Hospital School is committed to delivering Christian education within a plural society. The school prides itself on fostering a sense of equality, diversity, and inclusion among all community members, regardless of gender, ability, race, faith, or background. The ethos of the school emphasises holistic education, community engagement, and service to others.

The Boards are now looking to appoint a visionary Principal/Head with exceptionally strong leadership and communication skills to lead the School into the next chapter in its history, while at the same time having respect for its past.

Application Process:

The application form and further documentation may be obtained by download from https://kingshospital.ie/staff-opportunities/

Completed typed application forms as a PDF attachment to be returned as an email to applications@thekingshospital.ie

Further information about The King’s Hospital School can be found at https://kingshospital.ie/

Only emails with completed application forms will be accepted up to the closing date of May 31st, 2024, at 12.00 p.m.

Short-listing may apply.

The King’s Hospital School is an equal opportunity employer.

This appointment is subject to sanction by the Irish Department of Education.

Child Protection: The King’s Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to acceptable references and clearance from the Garda Vetting Bureau as part of the School’s legal requirements and commitment to providing a safe environment for our students.

About The King’s Hospital School:

The King’s Hospital School prioritises the holistic development of its students through a comprehensive pastoral care program designed to nurture their social and emotional well-being. Central to this approach is our commitment to understanding and addressing the unique needs of each individual within our diverse community.

Each of the five boarding houses has a house team, supported by matrons, with one staff member sleeping in a dedicated house bedroom. A nurse is on duty 24 hours a day, with the school doctor holding clinics twice a week.

Our completely refurbished boarding houses and social spaces offer our students the best of all worlds; a home away from home and the chance to become independent and self-reliant, whilst making friends for life.

We offer a comprehensive and progressive range of subjects, extensive specialist facilities and highly qualified teaching staff to assist and encourage all students to reach their full potential. Students pursue a six-year course on entering the school, leading to the Junior Cert and Leaving Cert State Exams.

Although a mixed ability intake most students sit their exam subjects at higher level, with an average of 95% progressing to 3rd level education each year.

The King’s Hospital School is renowned for its unrivalled choice of sporting, leisure and cultural activities designed to build confidence and a sense of achievement in students.

Sports are integral to The King’s Hospital School ethos and whole-school experience; being representative of our fundamental agenda of student wellbeing, personal (character) development and the founding values of the School.

FOCUSports: Rugby, Hockey, Basketball, Athletics

Optional or Seasonal Sports: Badminton, Cricket, Football, Rowing, Gym Classes, Swimming, Tennis, Yoga.

The Performing Arts Department encompasses Drama, Music, Artistic Performance and Dance. In addition to Drama and Music tuition, students are given access to a variety of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities to enable their talents in the Performing Arts to flourish during their time at The King’s Hospital School.

Opportunities include: Choir, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Dance, Talent Shows, Chapel & Event Performances, Musicals & Plays.

Through a structured framework and broad range of clubs and enrichment activities at The King’s Hospital School, we seek to nurture creativity, ensure student participation, and enhance the positive emotional and educational effects of taking part in enriching pursuits for all of our students.

By positively engaging in clubs and societies within the school students have the opportunity to positively influence school life and the world around them.