Vice Principal
at Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam · Palakkad · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Aug 2026
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Vice Principal
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam in Palakkad, Kerala as our next Vice Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam: a secondary institution in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Vice Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.7 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What qualifications are required for a Vice Principal?
Most Vice Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Where exactly is Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam located?
The school is in Palakkad, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Does Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Palakkad offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam
Key facts about Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANJIMA PRABHAKARAN
- Affiliation #
- 930964
Adi Sankara Vidya Peedam is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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