HR Manager
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Key facts
- Role
- HR Manager
- School
- St.paul's Central School
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹5.9L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
HR Manager salary in Palakkad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
St.paul's Central School invites applications for a HR Manager in Palakkad, Kerala. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. St.paul's Central School in Palakkad, Kerala is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2005,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a steady, process-driven role. The HR Manager brings consistency, accuracy, and professional maturity to every interaction inside and outside the school. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹3.5 LPA – ₹5.9 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St.paul's Central School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HR Manager listing is usually welcome.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
How much experience do I need for this HR Manager role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What is the salary for this HR Manager role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How do I write an application email for this HR Manager role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HR Manager application — St.paul's Central School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St.paul's Central School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What qualifications are required for a HR Manager?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for HR Manager positions.
What questions are asked in a HR Manager interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HR Manager roles in Palakkad.
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Key facts about St.paul's Central School
- Founded
- 2005
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- PREMJITH C V
- Affiliation #
- 931188
St.paul's Central School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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