St. Thomas' Boys' School is hiring a Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School in Kolkata
St. Thomas' Boys' SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School
- School
- St. Thomas' Boys' School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹15L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 18–21 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. Thomas' Boys' School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Thomas' Boys' School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: St. Thomas' Boys' School is a ICSE Day School in Khidirpur, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
What qualifications are required for a Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School?
Most Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School 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.
How do I apply for this Principal — St. Thomas' Boys' School vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
About St. Thomas' Boys' School
St. Thomas' Boys' School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1789, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
St. Thomas' Boys' School is a ICSE Day School in Khidirpur, Kolkata.
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