Principal

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vellapally· Est. 1983 · CBSE · Thiruvananthapuram
₹7.8L – ₹13.6LCBSEcontractOn-site5–10 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 4 Nov
● posted 29 May

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Established school — running since 1983.

What you'll handle

·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Thiruvananthapuram.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹7.8L – ₹13.6L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Thiruvananthapuram

₹7.8L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.8L – ₹13.6L / yr
TYPICAL
₹13.6L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vellapally has opened applications for a Principal in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vellapally in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹7.8 LPA – ₹13.6 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vellapally hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vellapally
CBSE · Thiruvananthapuram · Est. 1983
1983
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
R S Lalithambika
PRINCIPAL
930936
AFFILIATION
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
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