Call:Denis: 087 2458689 | Pat: 087 7549856| Email: cc.edu.consultancy@gmail.com

Enhancing School Capacity

01

Enhancing the capacity of the school’s ISM team

  • Reviewing existing posts of responsibility and their associated duties.
  • SWOT analysis to inform the formulation of new duties for all post holders.
  • Advice to post holders on end of year presentation to the BOM
  • Offer of ISM team coaching or individual coaching to enhance leadership and management skills.
  • Specific advice and support to help motivate reluctant post holders.
02

Optimising the enhancement of School Infrastructure

  • Advice and guidance on liaising with the DES to secure support and funding to develop School Infrastructure.
  • Advice on enhancing IT plan and upgrade of related facilities,
03

Recruitment of Staff 

  • Advertising for the position
  • Developing shortlisting criteria.
  • Incisive questioning based on all the domains in leading and learning.
  • Concise marking strategy.
04

Succession

  • Professional advice on the development of a Succession Plan for Principals.
    This plan is designed to facilitate a seamless transition of leadership from outgoing
    Principal to newly appointed Principal, (Succession Template and Succession Plan)
  • Guidance in formulating a specific Acting Up Succession Plan for Deputy Principals.
    This plan is designed to support Deputy Principals to competently and confidently
    assume the role of school leader should the need arise. (See Acting Up Template)

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Testimonials

  • Feedback from a newly appointed AP11 Post Holder

    I am very thankful that I took the time to email Cabhair Consultancy and ask for support for my AP11 interview in November 2022. Their expertise in interview techniques and their knowledge of the LAOS document is second to none. During the consultation, they gave me some reflective tasks which really helped me link my leadership skills with the LAOS document. Pat and Denis instilled a confidence in me to excel in the interview and to believe in myself as a leader in all aspects of my teaching and learning.  They took the time to study the AP11 duties which were advertised in my school and they assisted me on how best to answer questions in relation to these new roles as both a teacher and a new up and coming leader.  I will be forever grateful to Cabhair Consultancy for sharing their knowledge and expertise with me and guiding me through the AP11 interview process. Gillian (Special School Teacher, Cork)

  • Tomás (DEIS Primary School Cork City)

    Cabhair Consultancy (Pat Clifford/Denis Courtney) offered invaluable knowledge, experience and support as they prepared me for the AP interviews in my school. I know with certainty that I would not have been successful without them. They helped me focus my prep work and gave great advice and constructive feedback when we went through some practice questions. Denis and Pat’s friendly manner and positive attitude throughout removed any fear or panic I might have felt in the run-up to the interviews had I been doing it alone. I would highly recommend Cabhair Consultancy to anyone who is preparing for any interviews. Tomás (DEIS Primary School Cork City)

  • Éadaoin, Cork City Primary School

    Pat and Denis, (Cabhair Consultancy) thank you for the invaluable knowledge, experience and support you offered me throughout my AP interview preparation. I know with certainty that I would not have been successful without you. Usually, the thought of interviews fills me with fear and panic, but your positive attitude and friendly manner kept me calm and confident. You pushed me to hone in on my skills and to have more confidence in myself and in how much I could offer. Going through practice questions and getting the great advice and constructive feedback really helped with the nerves as well. Thanks again to both of you. I’ll hopefully be back for DP prep in the future! Éadaoin, Cork City Primary School

  • Primary School Teacher, North Kerry. 

    Highly recommended Cabhair Consultancy. I contacted them about interview preparation for an AP Post. Their friendly, relaxed, relatable manner meant I immediately felt at ease and it didn't matter that I hadn't done an interview in sixteen years! They were a wealth of information, covered dozens of topics in depth and I learned valuable tips and insights on the interview process too. I honestly couldn't have done the interview without them. I felt well prepared, knowledgeable and confident after preparing with them. 10/10.

  • APII Post Candidate  West Limerick 

    Denis's experience, knowledge and expertise were a game changer and really helped me to realise my own strengths, abilities and talents and present them at interview level. The mock interview provided me with the tools, guidance, support and feedback that I needed in order to compete. I would highly recommend Denis. Thank you for all your support.

    APII Post Candidate  West Limerick 

  • Grace, Kildare.

    Really appreciate the support and confidence that Denis gave me going into my interview for an AP1 position. I contacted Denis for professional advice and pointers when interviewing. He was more than helpful, going through sample questions, answers and possible scenarios that may arise during the interview. Denis was easy to communicate with, answering calls and e-mails promptly. Denis' experience and expertise was invaluable to me. Thanks again Denis, much appreciated.
    Grace, Kildare.
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