Principal

Harrow International School· Est. 1572 · Cambridge · Bangalore
₹10.1L – ₹23.1LCambridgefull-timeOn-site7–11 yrs1 openingsCloses 18 Sep
● posted 4 Jun

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Established school — running since 1572.

What you'll handle

·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CAMBRIDGE school

This is a Cambridge / IGCSE school — syllabus-driven teaching, past-paper practice and Cambridge assessment standards apply.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Bangalore.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹10.1L – ₹23.1L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Bangalore

₹10.1L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹10.1L – ₹23.1L / yr
TYPICAL
₹23.1L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Harrow International School is recruiting a Principal in Bangalore, Karnataka. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About the institution: Harrow International School in Bangalore, Karnataka — a senior secondary setup — a Cambridge / IGCSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.1 LPA – ₹23.1 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Harrow International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Harrow International School
Cambridge · Senior Secondary · Bangalore · Est. 1572 · 8:1 students per teacher
1572
FOUNDED
Cambridge
BOARD
Senior Secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
8:1
STUDENTS / TEACHER
English, Hindi
LANGUAGES
Bengaluru, Karnataka
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