Principal

₹11.9L – ₹25.6LCBSEfull-timeOn-site6–11 yrs1 openingsCloses 3 Sep
● posted 23 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

·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.
·Represent the school with the board, regulators and the wider community.
·Drive teacher PD across the year, in-house and external.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.

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 Chennai.

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

Salary & benefits

₹11.9L – ₹25.6L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Chennai

₹11.9L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.9L – ₹25.6L / yr
TYPICAL
₹25.6L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

P S B B Senior Secondary School, No.7 Lake Area is recruiting a Principal in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. P S B B Senior Secondary School, No.7 Lake Area in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 1958, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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 (₹11.9 LPA – ₹25.6 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 P S B B Senior Secondary School, No.7 Lake Area can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
P S B B Senior Secondary School, No.7 Lake Area
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Chennai · Est. 1958
1958
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
S VASANTHI
PRINCIPAL
1930023
AFFILIATION
Chennai, Tamilnadu
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