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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sacred Heart Public School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹14.1L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Jul 20267 days left
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 30+ years.
Job description
Overview
Sacred Heart Public School in Kottayam, Kerala is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Sacred Heart Public School in Kottayam, Kerala: a senior secondary institution, established 1996, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹8.3 LPA – ₹14.1 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Sacred Heart Public School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Principal salary in Kottayam?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Kottayam varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
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How much experience do I need for this 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sacred Heart Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
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.
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Key facts about Sacred Heart Public School
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Sacred Heart Public School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Kottayam, Kerala. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.
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