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Vice Principal

₹11L – ₹25L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 28 Jul 25 days left
Puducherry, PuducherrycontractPosted 31d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹25L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
2 Jun 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Puducherry — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.6L
per year
Typical
₹17.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

at Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur

25 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 74+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur in Puducherry, Puducherry is on the lookout for a Vice Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur, established 1952, is a senior 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. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.6 LPA – ₹24.5 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

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

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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 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.

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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 Puducherry.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur

Key facts about Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur

Key facts
Founded
1952
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
V.SUMATHI
Affiliation #
2920128
Address
ARIYU, PUDUCHERRY, ARIYUR, PUDUCHERRY 605102, Ariyu, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605102

Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ariyur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1952, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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