Personal Assistant to Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal
- School
- Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu
- City
- Karaikal
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.3L – ₹22.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 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
Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu in Karaikal, Puducherry is inviting applications for a Personal Assistant to Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu, established 1964, is a senior secondary school in Karaikal, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as Personal Assistant to 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.3 LPA – ₹22.7 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
What is the average Personal Assistant to Principal salary in Karaikal?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Personal Assistant to Principal pay in Karaikal varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How do I apply for this Personal Assistant to Principal vacancy?
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Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
How much experience do I need for this Personal Assistant to Principal role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
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Key facts about Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- S SANGAN
- Affiliation #
- 2920087
Jawaharlal Nehru Govt Higher Secondary School-nedungadu is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Karaikal, Puducherry.
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