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Vice Principal

₹7.9L – ₹15L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 27 Aug
Salem, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 17d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Sacred Heart School
City
Salem
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.9L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Salem — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.9L
per year
Typical
₹11.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Sacred Heart School is looking for a Vice Principal in Salem, Tamilnadu to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About Sacred Heart School in Salem, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 2020, — 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 Vice Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.9 LPA – ₹15.5 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sacred Heart School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Who fits

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About the school

Sacred Heart School

Key facts about Sacred Heart School

Key facts
Founded
2020
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MINI THOMAS
Affiliation #
1931458
Address
YERCAUD TALUK, SALEM, Yercaud Taluk, Salem, Tamilnadu, 636601

Sacred Heart School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Salem, Tamilnadu.

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