Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Jakhoo Public School Nerwa
- City
- Shimla
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹13.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Jakhoo Public School Nerwa is hiring a Vice Principal in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Jakhoo Public School Nerwa in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as Vice Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.4 LPA – ₹13.0 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Jakhoo Public School Nerwa instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
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Key facts about Jakhoo Public School Nerwa
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-10
- Students
- 173
- Staff
- 14
Jakhoo Public School Nerwa is a private unaided (recognized), located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, offering 1-10. The campus serves around 173 students with a teaching and support team of about 14. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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