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Principal

₹13L – ₹21L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Trivandrum, Keralafull-timePosted 13d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Trivandrum International School
City
Trivandrum
State
Kerala
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹21L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Trivandrum — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.9L
per year
Typical
₹16.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.7L
per year

ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.

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  • ICSE 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

Applications are open for a Principal at Trivandrum International School in Trivandrum, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Trivandrum International School in Trivandrum, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.9 LPA – ₹20.7 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Trivandrum International School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

What is the salary for this 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.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

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Role details

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About the school

Trivandrum International School

Key facts about Trivandrum International School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
12:1
Address
Edackode,Korani, Trivandrum, Edackode,Korani, Trivandrum, Trivandrum, Kerala, 695132

Trivandrum International School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 2003, located in Trivandrum, Kerala. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.

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