
Principal — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School Opening — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- School
- Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹15L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 17–22 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How much experience do I need for this Principal — Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School 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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
As this is a residential/boarding school, expect a rotational weekend duty roster on top of the regular week. The exact roster depends on your house and section.
About Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School
Douglas Memorial Higher Secondary School (DMHSS) is a co-ed, English medium school in Barrackpore, Kolkata, India, founded in 1984 by Christian missionaries. It offers education from Pre-Nursery to Class 12 and is affiliated with the Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). DMHSS Kolkata has been nurturing students’ co-curricular and extracurricular potential for 41 years, earning its status as a top school. With a primary and secondary department, it’s a second home for ages 3 to 18. The school has 2500 students, 84 teachers, 25 awards, and a vast alumni network of 10,000, preparing students for a greater future.
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