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Principal

₹7.0L – ₹21L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Dakshina Kannada, Karnatakafull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Cambridge School
City
Dakshina Kannada
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.0L – ₹21L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Dakshina Kannada — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.0L
per year
Typical
₹14.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Cambridge School in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Cambridge School in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka operates as a secondary school, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.0 LPA – ₹21.3 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Cambridge School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most 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.

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About the school

Cambridge School

Key facts about Cambridge School

Key facts
Founded
2007
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
ANUPAMA SHETTY
Affiliation #
830188
Address
NEERMARGA ROAD PALDANE, MANGLORE, KARNATAKA, Neermarga Road Paldane, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, 575028

Cambridge School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.

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