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Vice Principal

at Chennai Public School · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10L – ₹25L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 18 Jul 14 days left
Chennai, ChennaicontractPosted 48d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Chennai Public School
City
Chennai
State
Chennai
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹25L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
17 May 2026
Closing date
18 Jul 2026

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Vice Principal salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10L
per year
Typical
₹17L
per year
Senior / high
₹25L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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14 days left

Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.

Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 16+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a Vice Principal in Chennai, Chennai at Chennai Public School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Chennai Public School in Chennai, Chennai operates as a senior secondary school, established 2010, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as Vice Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.2 LPA – ₹24.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Chennai Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

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Are detailed lesson plans expected?

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How do I make a resume for a CBSE Vice Principal job?

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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

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Chennai Public School

Key facts about Chennai Public School

Key facts
Founded
2010
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
15:1
Address
Global Education Campus, TH Road, SH 50, Global Education Campus, TH Road, SH 50, Chennai, Chennai, 600124

Chennai Public School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Chennai, Chennai. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.

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