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Principal

₹11L – ₹27L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 15 Jul 12 days left
Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 37d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School,
City
Sonbhadra
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹27L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Sonbhadra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.3L
per year
Typical
₹19.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School, in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School, established 1990, is a senior secondary campus in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.3 LPA – ₹27.4 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School,. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School, located?

The school is in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

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.

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.

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 Sonbhadra.

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About the school

Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School,

Key facts about Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School,

Key facts
Founded
1990
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NARENDRA BHUSAN SHUKLA
Affiliation #
2130209
Address
SHAKTINAGAR DISTT SONEBHADRA UTTAR PRADESH, Shaktinagar Distt Sonebhadra, Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh, 231222

Vivekanand Sr. Secondary School, is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh.

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