Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹17.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout in Bangalore, Karnataka as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout runs as a secondary campus in Bangalore, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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 (₹7.6 LPA – ₹17.8 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. Submit your application here so Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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What is the salary for this 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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time 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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Can I negotiate the salary at Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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Key facts about Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Sri Chaitanya School, West Of Chord Road, Near Nagpura Circle, Mahalakshmi Layout is a secondary affiliated to CBSE, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.
The school was established in 2016.Sri Chaitanya Techno School is a Co-ed school affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). It is managed by Nexgen Educational Trust.
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