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Personal Assistant to Principal

₹11L – ₹22L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 14 Jul 11 days left
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 39d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal
School
St Joseph's School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
25 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026

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Personal Assistant to Principal salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.5L
per year
Typical
₹16.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Personal Assistant to Principal

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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

St Joseph's School has opened applications for a Personal Assistant to Principal in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. St Joseph's School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1967,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as Personal Assistant to Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.5 LPA – ₹22.1 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 Joseph's 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

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St Joseph's School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

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 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.

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Role details

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About the school

St Joseph's School

Key facts about St Joseph's School

Key facts
Founded
1967
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PRESTINA ROCHA
Affiliation #
6630012
Address
PO BOX 54 ABU DHABI U A E C/O FIRST SECY EMBASSY OF INDIA ABU DHABI U A E, Box 54 Abu, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools

St Joseph's School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1967, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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