Principal — The South School Vacancy at The South School, Bangalore
The South SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — The South School
- School
- The South School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹15L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 15–19 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The South School, a CBSE school in Bangalore, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: The South School strives to provide a safe environment for children to explore various aspects of their academic and creative personalities through a specially designed curriculum. We believe it’s important to let our students discover their strengths and passion through different activities. We aspire to be a school that includes students of all kinds, irrespective of religion, gender, income, status and capabilities, and in turn, provide a community that is diverse in all aspects.
It’s important for children to learn through an environment that is both practical and theoretical. We believe that education is not only learnt through textbooks and classes, we give importance to the process of learning and its influence on their overall development as well.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
The South School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What qualifications are required for a Principal — The South School?
Most Principal — The South School 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.
About The South School
The South School strives to provide a safe environment for children to explore various aspects of their academic and creative personalities through a specially designed curriculum. We believe it’s important to let our students discover their strengths and passion through different activities. We aspire to be a school that includes students of all kinds, irrespective of religion, gender, income, status and capabilities, and in turn, provide a community that is diverse in all aspects. It’s important for children to learn through an environment that is both practical and theoretical. We believe that education is not only learnt through textbooks and classes, we give importance to the process of learning and its influence on their overall development as well.
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