Vice Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- St Thomas School
- City
- Thoothukkudi
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.9L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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Vice 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.
Job description
Overview
St Thomas School has opened applications for a Vice Principal in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About St Thomas School: a senior secondary institution in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2019,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the Vice Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.9 LPA – ₹23.8 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 Thomas School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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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Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How do I write an application email for this Vice Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Vice Principal application — St Thomas School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St Thomas School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What is the salary for this Vice Principal 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Thomas School
Key facts about St Thomas School
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARUL JENITA
- Affiliation #
- 1931203
St Thomas School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu.
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