Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sacred Heart School
- City
- Thane
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Aug 2026
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Principal
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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.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Principal at Sacred Heart School in Thane, Maharashtra. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Sacred Heart School in Thane, Maharashtra functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2017,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.9 LPA – ₹12.0 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sacred Heart School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Sacred Heart School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sacred Heart School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sacred Heart School
Key facts about Sacred Heart School
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Yasin Khatri
- Affiliation #
- 1130894
Sacred Heart School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Thane, Maharashtra.
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