Principal

₹12.5L – ₹20.3LCBSEfull-timeOn-site7–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 29 Sep
● posted 28 Jun

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.

What you'll handle

·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.
·Hire, coach and (where needed) exit faculty to maintain the standard.
·Approve and monitor the annual budget.

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 Jalandhar.

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

Salary & benefits

₹12.5L – ₹20.3L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Jalandhar

₹12.5L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹12.5L – ₹20.3L / yr
TYPICAL
₹20.3L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

Join Universal Public School Guru Nanak Nagar, Gulab Devi Hospital Road(West-02) in Jalandhar, Punjab as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Universal Public School Guru Nanak Nagar, Gulab Devi Hospital Road(West-02) in Jalandhar, Punjab functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹20.3 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 here so Universal Public School Guru Nanak Nagar, Gulab Devi Hospital Road(West-02) can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Universal Public School Guru Nanak Nagar, Gulab Devi Hospital Road(West-02)
CBSE · Jalandhar
CBSE
BOARD
secondary
LEVEL
1-10
GRADES
48
STUDENTS
Jalandhar, Punjab
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