Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar
- City
- Chengalpattu
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 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
Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar is recruiting a Vice Principal in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar, established 2020, is a secondary campus in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹14.7 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 here so Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Vice 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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
Where exactly is Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar located?
The school is in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Does Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Chengalpattu offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- KARPAGAM R
- Affiliation #
- 1931528
Orchids The International School, Sri Sowdeswari Nagar is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu.
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