Principal — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School Opening — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School, Kolkata
Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School
- School
- Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Compare against the market: Principal salary in Kolkata
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Principal — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School at Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 47+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School, a CBSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School is a CBSE Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this Principal — Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
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's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School
Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1979, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Gurbachan Singh Sondhi Girls School is a CBSE Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.
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