Principal

₹8.8L – ₹14.5LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–11 yrs1 openingsCloses 20 Oct
● 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

·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·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.

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 Gurdaspur.

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

Salary & benefits

₹8.8L – ₹14.5L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Gurdaspur

₹8.8L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹8.8L – ₹14.5L / yr
TYPICAL
₹14.5L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School has opened applications for a Principal in Gurdaspur, Punjab. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School in Gurdaspur, Punjab functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1980,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹14.5 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School
CBSE · Gurdaspur · Est. 1980
1980
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
BINDU BHALLA
PRINCIPAL
1630054
AFFILIATION
Gurdaspur, Punjab
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