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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra
- City
- Dadra And Nagar Haveli
- State
- Dadar & Nagar Haveli
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹11.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Jul 20267 days left
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra in Dadra And Nagar Haveli, Dadar & Nagar Haveli is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra in Dadra And Nagar Haveli, Dadar & Nagar Haveli is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1965,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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 (₹7.9 LPA – ₹11.6 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Where exactly is Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra located?
The school is in Dadra And Nagar Haveli, Dadar & Nagar Haveli. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Does Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Dadra And Nagar Haveli 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.
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Key facts about Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra
- Founded
- 1965
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ISHWARCHANDRA V PANDEY
- Affiliation #
- 3020056
Govt. Higher Secondary School, Dadra is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1965, located in Dadra And Nagar Haveli, Dadar & Nagar Haveli.
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