Principal — Mahathma Gandhi Public School, Thanjavur

Est. 2023
₹7.6L – ₹9.9LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–10 yrs1 openingsCloses 12 Nov
● posted 2 Jun

Job description

Overview

Mahathma Gandhi Public School has opened applications for a Principal in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About Mahathma Gandhi Public School in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu: a secondary institution, established 2023, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.6 LPA – ₹9.9 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 on this page and Mahathma Gandhi Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

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

·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.

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 Thanjavur.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal
Mahathma Gandhi Public School
CBSE · Thanjavur · Est. 2023
2023
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
secondary
LEVEL
I P Soumya
PRINCIPAL
1931614
AFFILIATION
Thanjavur, Tamilnadu
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