Vice Principal — St Xaviers Central School, Palakkad

Est. 2002
₹93,000–1,22,500 /month(₹11.1L–14.7L /yr)CBSEFull-timeOn-siteCloses 19 Oct
● posted 17 May
Experience
6–8 yrs
Vacancies
1 opening

Job description

Join St Xaviers Central School in Palakkad, Kerala as our next Vice Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: St Xaviers Central School in Palakkad, Kerala — a secondary setup, established 2002, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the Vice 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.1 LPA – ₹14.7 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at St Xaviers Central School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

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

·Run academic supervision and teacher observation cycles.
·Manage staff schedules, substitutions and exam logistics.
·Handle escalated discipline and parent matters.
·Step in as acting head when needed.
·Own one wing or section's results and culture.

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 Palakkad.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal
St Xaviers Central School
CBSE · Palakkad · Est. 2002
2002
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
SIBIN THOMAS
PRINCIPAL
930897
AFFILIATION
Palakkad, Kerala
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What is the salary for this job?

St Xaviers Central School lists ₹93,000–1,22,500 /month. The listing doesn't say whether this is in-hand pay or CTC (before PF and tax deductions), so confirm the in-hand amount with the school before you accept an offer.

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Is a B.Ed required for this job?

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Can freshers apply?

The school asks for 6–8 years of experience, so this role is not aimed at freshers.

When is the joining date?

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