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Vice Principal

₹13L – ₹19L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 3 Sept
Solan, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 8d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
The Good Shepherd School
City
Solan
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹19L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
3 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Solan — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.9L
per year
Typical
₹15.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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  • 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.
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Job description

Overview

The Good Shepherd School in Solan, Himachal Pradesh is inviting applications for a Vice Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About The Good Shepherd School: a secondary institution in Solan, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: the Vice Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.9 LPA – ₹18.7 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with The Good Shepherd School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

What qualifications are required for a Vice Principal?

Most Vice Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

The Good Shepherd School

Key facts about The Good Shepherd School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Loretta Ellis
Affiliation #
630267
Address
THE GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL DHARJA RAJGARH ROAD P.O.OACHGHAT, The Good Shepherd, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, 173223

The Good Shepherd School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Solan, Himachal Pradesh.

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