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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11.6L – ₹28.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 52+ years.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Principal in Palakkad, Kerala at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat: a senior secondary institution in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1974,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as 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. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.6 LPA – ₹28.3 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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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?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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.
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Key facts about Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat
- Founded
- 1974
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHINI T S
- Affiliation #
- 930012
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Pallavur P.o Palghat is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1974, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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