Vice Principal
at Touch Wood School · Dehradun · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Vice Principal
- School
- Touch Wood School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.0L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 19 Jul 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Touch Wood School is hiring a Vice Principal in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Touch Wood School, established 1986, is a senior secondary school in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Vice Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.0 LPA – ₹22.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Touch Wood School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a Vice Principal interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Dehradun), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What is the salary for this Vice Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What is the average Vice Principal salary in Dehradun?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Vice Principal pay in Dehradun varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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Key facts about Touch Wood School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The ethos of the school is epitomized in the motto “Learning is the revered of the revered” Situated in the idyllic Doon Valley, Touch Wood is a leading centre of learning. The pursuit of excellence and sprit to achieve, have earned Touch Wood, a place of distinction. The school constantly evolves and reinvests itself, to prepare its pupils to become constructive participants in the creation of a progressive world order. Touch Wood welcomes children to embark on a journey of discovery, exploration and self actualization. This journey prepares children for a life of purpose, which brings happiness and content. No wonder the canvas of Touch Wood is emblazed with colours of earnest endeavours and well deserved victories of the Woodians.
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