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Principal

₹11L – ₹23L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 25 Aug
West Sikkim, SikkimcontractPosted 16d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria
City
West Sikkim
State
Sikkim
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹23L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 136+ years.
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Overview

Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria is hiring a Principal in West Sikkim, Sikkim. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria in West Sikkim, Sikkim functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1890,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.8 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

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What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is accommodation provided?

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About the school

Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria

Key facts about Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria

Key facts
Founded
1890
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
GYALTSEN SHERPA
Affiliation #
1820031
Address
SOMBARIA WEST SIKKIM, Sombaria, West Sikkim, Sikkim, 737122

Govt SR SEC School, Sombaria is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1890, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.

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