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Principal

₹11L – ₹19L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Theni, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 22d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Jaikrish Vidhyashram School
City
Theni
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Theni — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.3L
per year
Typical
₹15.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.7L
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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Jaikrish Vidhyashram School has opened applications for a Principal in Theni, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Jaikrish Vidhyashram School, established 2019, is a secondary campus in Theni, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹11.3 LPA – ₹18.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Jaikrish Vidhyashram School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

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What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Where exactly is Jaikrish Vidhyashram School located?

The school is in Theni, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Theni.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Jaikrish Vidhyashram School

Key facts about Jaikrish Vidhyashram School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SURESH .S
Affiliation #
1931322
Address
NO.2076/1C SUGAR MILLS ROAD MUTHUKRISHNAPURAM, No.2076/1c Sugar Mills, Theni, Tamilnadu, 625512

Jaikrish Vidhyashram School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Theni, Tamilnadu.

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