Applications are invited from qualified, experienced and dynamic professionals for upcoming CBSE & Cambridge School at Hinjewadi, Pune and CBSE School at Vikhroli,Mumbai .
- Post: School Principal _
- No. Of Posts: 2 _
- 1 . CBSE & Cambridge School at Hinjewadi, Pune
- 2. CBSE School at Vikhroli,Mumbai ._
Job Summary
We are seeking an accomplished, visionary, and entrepreneurial Founding Principal to lead the establishment and launch of a new Schools. This pivotal leadership role requires an experienced school leader with a proven track record in setting up new schools, academic excellence, operational readiness, admissions growth, and brand building.
Role & Responsibilities
School Establishment & Pre-Launch Leadership :
- Lead the end-to-end setup of the Cambridge International School, from concept to commencement of operations.
- Coordinate closely with internal teams and external partners for infrastructure readiness, timelines, and quality benchmarks.
- Ensure compliance with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) requirements, local education authorities, and statutory norms.
- Oversee preparation and submission of all regulatory and affiliation documentation.
Admissions Strategy & Enrollment Growth :
- Design and drive the admissions strategy for the launch year and subsequent academic sessions.
- Work closely with admissions and outreach teams to achieve enrollment targets.
- Conduct parent orientations, school tours, open houses, and admission counselling sessions.
- Ensure a transparent, parent-friendly admissions process aligned with the schools values and brand promise.
Academic Leadership & Curriculum Implementation :
- Establish the academic vision, learner profile, and pedagogical philosophy aligned with Cambridge curriculum frameworks.
- Coordinate with the partner brand or academic consultants for effective curriculum adoption and quality assurance.
- Develop academic policies, assessment frameworks, timetables, teacher handbooks, and performance benchmarks.
- Promote cutting-edge, inquiry-based, and globally aligned teaching-learning practices.
Parent & Stakeholder Engagement :
- Build strong partnerships with parents through regular communication, meetings, and feedback.
- Represent the school in interactions with education authorities, and external stakeholders.
- Strengthen community outreach and the schools reputation.
Recruitment & Team Building :
- Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and development of teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Build a high-performing leadership team and foster a collaborative, student-centric school culture.
- Implement systems for teacher training, appraisal, mentoring, and continuous career development.
Branding, Outreach & Community Engagement :
- Provide strategic input into school branding, positioning, and market differentiation.
- Collaborate with marketing teams on campaigns, digital presence, school collaterals,
and launch events.
- Act as the face of the school for community engagement, media interactions, and stakeholder relations.
- Build strong relationships with parents, local communities, education forums, and partner institutions.
Operations & Governance :
- Establish systems for school operations, ERP/MIS usage, budgeting, procurement, and compliance.
- Ensure effective use of infrastructure and resources to support academic and co-curricular programs.
- Maintain high standards of discipline, child safety, ethics, and institutional governance.
Qualification
- Masters Degree with B.Ed. (mandatory).
- Additional qualifications or certifications in Educational Leadership, School Administration, or International Education preferred.
Experience
- 10-15 years of experience in school education, including:
- Minimum 5 years as Principal.
- Prior experience in setting up a new school is preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Cambridge curriculum (IGCSE/Lower Secondary/Primary).
- Exposure to IB, CBSE, or other international frameworks will be an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong academic and instructional leadership skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team management abilities.
- Sound administrative and organizational capabilities.
- Proficiency in ERP/MIS systems and school processes.
- Ethical, empathetic, and decisive leadership style.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and student-centric education.
Pay: ₹1,800,000.00 - ₹2,600,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 School Principal (Hinjawadi)
🏢 MG
📍 Hinjawadi