Principal

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Western Tattamangalam has opened applications for a Principal in Palakkad, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Western Tattamangalam in Palakkad, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1977,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Candidate requirements:
• Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
• Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
• Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
• Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
• A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
• Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.6 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
• A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
• Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
• A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
• Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Western Tattamangalam. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.