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Principal

₹8.1L – ₹8.6L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengalpart-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Holy Cross School
City
Uttar Dinajpur
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹8.6L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Uttar Dinajpur

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Uttar Dinajpur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.1L
per year
Typical
₹8.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹8.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 21+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Holy Cross School is recruiting a Principal in Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About Holy Cross School in Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal: a senior secondary institution, established 2005, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.1 LPA – ₹8.6 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. Submit your application here so Holy Cross School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

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.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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About the school

Holy Cross School

Key facts about Holy Cross School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Irine Tiru
Affiliation #
2430161
Address
VILL. NICHITPUR, VIA. KANKI, P.O. SIMULIA, DIST UTTAR DINAJPUR, PIN CODE 733209, Vill. Nichitpur, Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal, 733209

Holy Cross School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal.

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