Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Govt. SEC School, Lachen
- City
- North Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Sept 2026
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Principal
at Govt. SEC School, Lachen
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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
Govt. SEC School, Lachen invites applications for a Principal in North Sikkim, Sikkim. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Govt. SEC School, Lachen in North Sikkim, Sikkim is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1913,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹12.2 LPA – ₹13.0 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Govt. SEC School, Lachen instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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 accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt. SEC School, Lachen
Key facts about Govt. SEC School, Lachen
- Founded
- 1913
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHYAM GURUNG
- Affiliation #
- 1820087
Govt. SEC School, Lachen is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1913, located in North Sikkim, Sikkim.
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