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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram
- City
- Kanchipuram
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹22L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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Principal
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram invites applications for a Principal in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu — a senior secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹8.7 LPA – ₹21.5 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Principal listing is usually welcome.
Where exactly is Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram located?
The school is in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Kanchipuram.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram
Key facts about Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARUNA S KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 1930721
Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu.
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