Principal

St. Arnold's School· Est. 2008 · CBSE · Sundargarh
₹7.3L – ₹17.1LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–12 yrs1 openingsCloses 19 Sep
● posted 21 Jun

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.

What you'll handle

·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Sundargarh.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹7.3L – ₹17.1L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Sundargarh

₹7.3L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.3L – ₹17.1L / yr
TYPICAL
₹17.1L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

St. Arnold's School has opened applications for a Principal in Sundargarh, Odisha. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. St. Arnold's School in Sundargarh, Odisha functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.3 LPA – ₹17.1 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Arnold's School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
St. Arnold's School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Sundargarh · Est. 2008
2008
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
FRANCIS JOS
PRINCIPAL
1530144
AFFILIATION
Sundargarh, Odisha
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