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Principal

at St Francis De Sales SR SEC School · West Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹23L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 15 Jul 11 days left
West Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 36d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St Francis De Sales SR SEC School
City
West Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹23L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in West Delhi

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in West Delhi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.5L
per year
Typical
₹16.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

at St Francis De Sales SR SEC School

11 days left

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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 do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a Principal in West Delhi, Delhi at St Francis De Sales SR SEC School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. St Francis De Sales SR SEC School in West Delhi, Delhi is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1978,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.5 LPA – ₹22.7 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. Submit your application here so St Francis De Sales SR SEC School 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

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (West Delhi), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

Can I negotiate the salary at St Francis De Sales SR SEC School?

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.

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.

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.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most 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 long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

What is the average Principal salary in West Delhi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in West Delhi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

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 questions are asked in a 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.

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About the school

St Francis De Sales SR SEC School

Key facts about St Francis De Sales SR SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1978
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SAIJU THOMAS
Affiliation #
2730073
Address
A-4-C JANAKPURI NEW DELHI, A-4-c Janakpuri New, West Delhi, Delhi, 110058

St Francis De Sales SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in West Delhi, Delhi.

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