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Vice Principal

₹11L – ₹16L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Thanjavur, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Mahathma Gandhi Public School
City
Thanjavur
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹16L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Thanjavur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.0L
per year
Typical
₹13.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Job description

Overview

Mahathma Gandhi Public School is hiring a Vice Principal in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. School profile: Mahathma Gandhi Public School in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu — a secondary setup, established 2023, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Vice Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.0 LPA – ₹16.4 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Mahathma Gandhi Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

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About the school

Mahathma Gandhi Public School

Key facts about Mahathma Gandhi Public School

Key facts
Founded
2023
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
I P Soumya
Affiliation #
1931614
Address
VIKRAMAM MADUKKUR, PATTUKOTTAI TALUK THANJAVUR DIST, THANJAVUR, Vikramam Madukkur, Thanjavur, Tamilnadu, 614903

Mahathma Gandhi Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2023, located in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu.

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