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Principal

₹8.1L – ₹24L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 24 Jul 22 days left
Thiruvananthapuram, Keralafull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Vidyasadan Central School
City
Thiruvananthapuram
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
24 Jul 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Overview

Vidyasadan Central School is recruiting a Principal in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Vidyasadan Central School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2005,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.1 LPA – ₹23.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Vidyasadan Central School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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.

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Vidyasadan Central School

Key facts about Vidyasadan Central School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANITHA RAJ T R
Affiliation #
931004
Address
MARIANAD, PUTHUKURICHY P.O., TRIVANDRUM, Marianad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 695303

Vidyasadan Central School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

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