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Vice Principal

at Sunrise International School · United Arab Emirates · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.8L – ₹17L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 15 Aug
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Sunrise International School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.8L – ₹17L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in United Arab Emirates

Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.8L
per year
Typical
₹13.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

at Sunrise International School

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Sunrise International School is looking for a Vice Principal in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Sunrise International School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools operates as a senior secondary school, established 2022, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.8 LPA – ₹16.7 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sunrise International School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What questions are asked in a Vice Principal 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 Vice Principal roles in United Arab Emirates.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

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 Vice Principal listing is usually welcome.

Can I negotiate the salary at Sunrise International School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

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How much experience do I need for this Vice Principal 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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

What is the average Vice Principal salary in United Arab Emirates?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Vice Principal roles in United Arab Emirates. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Who fits

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About the school

Sunrise International School

Key facts about Sunrise International School

Key facts
Founded
2022
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJENDRAN PADMANABHAN
Affiliation #
6630267
Address
ABU DHABI, UAE, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools, 111761

Sunrise International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2022, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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