Principal

M E S Indian School· Est. 1974 · CBSE · Qatar
₹9.3L – ₹22.6LCBSEfull-timeOn-site6–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 20 Aug
● posted 29 Jun

Why apply

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 handle

·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Qatar.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹9.3L – ₹22.6L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Qatar

₹9.3L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹9.3L – ₹22.6L / yr
TYPICAL
₹22.6L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

M E S Indian School in Qatar, Foreign Schools is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. M E S Indian School in Qatar, Foreign Schools is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1974,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹9.3 LPA – ₹22.6 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by M E S Indian School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
M E S Indian School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Qatar · Est. 1974
1974
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
HAMEEDA KADAR
PRINCIPAL
6330001
AFFILIATION
Qatar, Foreign Schools
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