Principal

Swami Vivekananda School· Est. 2007 · CBSE · Dhanbad
₹12.5L – ₹24.7LCBSEfull-timeOn-site6–11 yrs1 openingsCloses 12 Sep
● posted 13 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

·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.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Own admissions strategy and student-retention outcomes.

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 Dhanbad.

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

Salary & benefits

₹12.5L – ₹24.7L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Dhanbad

₹12.5L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹12.5L – ₹24.7L / yr
TYPICAL
₹24.7L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Swami Vivekananda School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Swami Vivekananda School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand: a senior secondary institution, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the 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 (₹12.5 LPA – ₹24.7 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. Submit your application here so Swami Vivekananda School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Swami Vivekananda School
CBSE · Senior Secondary Level · Dhanbad · Est. 2007
2007
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
Senior Secondary Level
LEVEL
SANJIV KUMAR SHAW
PRINCIPAL
3430400
AFFILIATION
Dhanbad, Jharkhand
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