Basketball Coach
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Key facts
- Role
- Basketball Coach
- School
- Government High School, Thirukkanur
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.2L – ₹7.7L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Sept 2026
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Why apply
- 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
Government High School, Thirukkanur in Puducherry, Puducherry is accepting applications for a Basketball Coach. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Government High School, Thirukkanur, established 1955, is a secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as Basketball Coach, you design and run the school's sports programme for assigned levels — practice sessions, competition prep, talent development, and player safety at every step. Day to day, you will:
- Run morning/evening practice as per the published schedule.
- Lead warm-ups, drills, conditioning, and game-situation training.
- Track player progress and share updates with parents.
- Coordinate with the Sports Incharge on travel, kit, and event logistics.
- Maintain a safe, disciplined practice environment. Requirements:
- Graduate degree, ideally in Physical Education or the sport.
- NIS/equivalent certification and a strong personal playing record.
- Experience coaching school-age students for competitions.
- Understanding of fitness, injury prevention, and player safety.
- Energy, discipline, and the ability to motivate young athletes. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹4.2 LPA – ₹7.7 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Government High School, Thirukkanur reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Puducherry run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Basketball Coach role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Government High School, Thirukkanur
- Founded
- 1955
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- POUNGODE S
- Affiliation #
- 2920162
Government High School, Thirukkanur is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1955, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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