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Principal

at Harrow English School · Darbhanga · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.3L – ₹10L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Darbhanga, Biharfull-timePosted 24d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Harrow English School
City
Darbhanga
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.3L – ₹10L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
9 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Darbhanga — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.3L
per year
Typical
₹8.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹10L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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  • 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

Harrow English School requires a Principal in Darbhanga, Bihar for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Harrow English School in Darbhanga, Bihar operates as a senior secondary school, established 1994, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.3 LPA – ₹10.4 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Harrow English School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

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What is the salary for this Principal 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.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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Harrow English School

Key facts about Harrow English School

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHAILENDRA JHA
Affiliation #
330296
Address
SARA MOHANPUR,DARBHANGA, Sara Mohanpur, Darbhanga, Bihar, 846007

Harrow English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Darbhanga, Bihar.

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