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Principal

₹8.1L – ₹10L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 31 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 3d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Gill Adarsh School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹10L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
31 Aug 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Overview

A vacancy has opened for a Principal at Gill Adarsh School in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Gill Adarsh School, established 2024, is a secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.1 LPA – ₹10.2 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. Submit your application on this page and Gill Adarsh School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

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Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

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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.

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.

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Gill Adarsh School

Key facts about Gill Adarsh School

Key facts
Founded
2024
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
S DHANALAKSHMI
Affiliation #
1931704
Address
NO.97/46, V.M.STREET, ROYAPETTAH, No.97/46, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600014

Gill Adarsh School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2024, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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