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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Good Shepherd Matriculation School
- City
- Virudhunagar
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹8.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Good Shepherd Matriculation School as a Principal in Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About Good Shepherd Matriculation School in Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu: a secondary institution, established 2006, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.3 LPA – ₹8.8 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Good Shepherd Matriculation School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Does Good Shepherd Matriculation School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Virudhunagar offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What is the salary for this Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Can I negotiate the salary at Good Shepherd Matriculation School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What is the average Principal salary in Virudhunagar?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Virudhunagar varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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Key facts about Good Shepherd Matriculation School
- Founded
- 2006
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Kalpana J
- Affiliation #
- 1931209
Good Shepherd Matriculation School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Virudhunagar, Tamilnadu.
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