Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road
- City
- Amritsar
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.9L – ₹18.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Jul 20267 days left
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
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Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Vice Principal to join Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road in Amritsar, Punjab. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road runs as a senior secondary campus in Amritsar, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.9 LPA – ₹18.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Vice Principal salary in Amritsar?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Vice Principal roles in Amritsar. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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 Vice Principal listing is usually welcome.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What qualifications are required for a Vice Principal?
Most Vice 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.
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What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Vice Principal roles in Amritsar.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
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Key facts about Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-10
- Students
- 39
Gandhi Memorial High School,Jagdamba Colony, Majitha Road is a private unaided (recognized), located in Amritsar, Punjab, offering 1-10. The campus serves around 39 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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