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Principal

₹11L – ₹13L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Palakkad, Keralafull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Guardian International School
City
Palakkad
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹13L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Palakkad

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Palakkad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.4L
per year
Typical
₹12.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Guardian International School in Palakkad, Kerala is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Guardian International School, established 2011, is a secondary campus in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.4 LPA – ₹13.3 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Guardian International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Guardian International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Where exactly is Guardian International School located?

The school is in Palakkad, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

What is the average Principal salary in Palakkad?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Palakkad varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Guardian International School

Key facts about Guardian International School

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
PREETHI ACHUTHAN
Affiliation #
931248
Address
PARA CHEROTTUVALLY, OPP. POWER GRID, ELLAPULLY P.O.,, Para Cherottuvally, Palakkad, Kerala, 678622

Guardian International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Palakkad, Kerala.

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