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Principal

₹12L – ₹15L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 24 Aug
Malappuram, Keralafull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St Joseph's English Medium School
City
Malappuram
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹15L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
24 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Malappuram

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Malappuram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.6L
per year
Typical
₹13.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join St Joseph's English Medium School in Malappuram, Kerala as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About St Joseph's English Medium School: a senior secondary institution in Malappuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.6 LPA – ₹15.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St Joseph's English Medium School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

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.

What is the average Principal salary in Malappuram?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Malappuram 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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

St Joseph's English Medium School

Key facts about St Joseph's English Medium School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NANNAM PREM KUMAR
Affiliation #
930629
Address
PUTHANANGODI ANGADIPPURAM MALAPPURAM DISTT KERALA, Puthanangodi Angadippuram Distt, Malappuram, Kerala, 679321

St Joseph's English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Malappuram, Kerala.

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