Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S
- City
- Thoothukkudi
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13.0L – ₹27.4L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Sept 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Vice Principal at Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1981,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹13.0 LPA – ₹27.4 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Does Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Thoothukkudi 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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
How do I write an application email for this Vice Principal role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Vice Principal job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S
- Founded
- 1981
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SUBBULAKSHMI S
- Affiliation #
- 1930126
Shakti Vinayakar Hindu Vidyalaya S S is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu.
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