Vice Principal
at Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt · Amritsar · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt
- City
- Amritsar
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹20.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Sept 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
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Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a Vice Principal at Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt in Amritsar, Punjab. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt is a senior secondary school in Amritsar, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Vice Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.4 LPA – ₹20.7 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 Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Does Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Amritsar offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
What qualifications are required for a Vice Principal?
Most Vice Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Amritsar), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
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.
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.
What is the salary for this Vice Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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Key facts about Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-5
- Students
- 40
- Staff
- 8
Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt is a private unaided (recognized), located in Amritsar, Punjab, offering 1-5. The campus serves around 40 students with a teaching and support team of about 8. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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