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Vice Principal

₹8.8L – ₹24L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 11 Jul 8 days left
Hooghly, West Bengalfull-timePosted 40d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Explore International School
City
Hooghly
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
11 Jul 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Hooghly

Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Hooghly — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹16.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Explore International School in Hooghly, West Bengal is seeking a Vice Principal who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Explore International School, established 2014, is a senior secondary school in Hooghly, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Vice Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Explore International School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Explore International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Explore International School

Key facts about Explore International School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SARITA YADAV
Affiliation #
2430206
Address
VILL- JAMIR BERIA, NEAR MALLICKPUR PETROL PUMP, Vill- Jamir Beria, Hooghly, West Bengal, 712409

Explore International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Hooghly, West Bengal.

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