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Vice Principal

₹9.4L – ₹26L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 3 Aug
Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimlafull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
St. Edwards School
City
Shimla
State
himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.4L – ₹26L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
3 Aug 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.
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Job description

Overview

Join St. Edwards School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla as our next Vice Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: St. Edwards School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla — a senior secondary setup, established 1925, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Vice 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.4 LPA – ₹25.9 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St. Edwards School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

Where exactly is St. Edwards School located?

The school is in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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About the school

St. Edwards School

Key facts about St. Edwards School

Key facts
Founded
1925
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
21:1
Address
Milsington, Milsington, Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla, 999999

St. Edwards School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1925, located in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Classes follow a 21:1 student–teacher ratio.

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