Principal

St. Xavier International School· Est. 1999 · CBSE · Patiala
₹12.9L – ₹15.8LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 25 Sep
● posted 7 Jun

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 handle

·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Patiala.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹12.9L – ₹15.8L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Patiala

₹12.9L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹12.9L – ₹15.8L / yr
TYPICAL
₹15.8L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

St. Xavier International School in Patiala, Punjab is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. About St. Xavier International School: a senior secondary institution in Patiala, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.9 LPA – ₹15.8 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. Submit your application on this page and St. Xavier International School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
St. Xavier International School
CBSE · Patiala · Est. 1999
1999
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
SIMMI GILL
PRINCIPAL
1630584
AFFILIATION
Patiala, Punjab
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