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Principal

₹12L – ₹18L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Birbhum, West BengalcontractPosted 12d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Gitanjali Public School
City
Birbhum
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 20+ years.
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Overview

Gitanjali Public School is recruiting a Principal in Birbhum, West Bengal. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Gitanjali Public School, established 2006, is a senior secondary campus in Birbhum, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.0 LPA – ₹18.4 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Gitanjali Public School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

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Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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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About the school

Gitanjali Public School

Key facts about Gitanjali Public School

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJU CHATTERJEE
Affiliation #
2430167
Address
VILL DAIKOTA PO DERIAPUR PS SAINTHIA DIST BIRBHUM, Daikota Deriapur Sainthia, Birbhum, West Bengal, 731234

Gitanjali Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Birbhum, West Bengal.

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