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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar
- City
- Bhubaneswar (BBSR)
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹12.2L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 20 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Sept 2026
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Job description
Overview
DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar: a senior secondary institution in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1971,. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.5 LPA – ₹12.2 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
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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.
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Principal listing is usually welcome.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Does DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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Key facts about DAV Public School, Unit-Viii, P.O. Nayapalli Bhubaneswar Khurda, Bhubaneswar
- Founded
- 1971
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Teachers are those who use themselves as bridges, over which they invite their students to cross, then having facilitated their crossing joyfully collapse, encouraging them to create bridges of their own".DAV Public School, Unit-8, Bhubaneswar established in 1971 has been imparting education to the students of this historic temple city, with out any gender discrimination. It is being managed by the School Managing Committee which is a constituent of the DAV College Trust and Management Society, New Delhi
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