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Principal

₹10L – ₹17L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Heritage Academy
City
Gorakhpur
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹17L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Gorakhpur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹13.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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.
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Job description

Overview

Heritage Academy in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh is seeking a Principal who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About Heritage Academy: a senior secondary institution in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2012,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.4 LPA – ₹16.7 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Heritage Academy academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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

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Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Heritage Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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About the school

Heritage Academy

Key facts about Heritage Academy

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NISHA PASWAN
Affiliation #
2131957
Address
BARDAR(RAMPUR MALAULI) POST-MISHRAULIYA DISTT. GORAKHPUR, Bardar(rampur Malauli) Post-mishrauliya, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, 273401

Heritage Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

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