J****OB DESCRIPTION The Principal reports to the Director of the school and is accountable for smooth and efficient functioning of the Primary School. Major accountabilities are described below although the Principal may delegate responsibility to other members of the school staff, as s/he deems appropriate.

- Develop, effectively communicate and implement in synchronisation with the school’s vision & mission a vision of academic success for the Primary school and EYFS.
- To work with the Director and Senior Leadership team and the Board of Governors, to define and implement Primary school’s strategy.
- Work with the Primary Leadership Team(PLT) to build capacity and robust teams; line manage members of the PLT and other leaders.
- Implement school policies as applicable to the Primary School and other areas of responsibility.
- Drive academic standards and focus on developing excellence in teaching and learning across the Primary school.
- Work with relevant teams to promote and represent the school nationally & internationally.
- Contribute substantively to the Senior Leadership Team, and the development of the school’s strategic planning and thinking.
- Promote innovation in learning in primary education, including the use and development of appropriate technologies for learning.
- Lead the primary school effectively and efficiently and achieve excellent/ outstanding status in all inspections by affiliating bodies.
- Whole school responsibilities in certain curriculum and support area as assigned by Director.
- To lead, manage and motivate all staff in area of responsibilities to achieve their best.
- To ensure that the primary school meets its financial targets.

Experience





- 10 years+ teaching experience.
- A well-qualified and experienced senior leader with experience in high quality international school(s).
- Experience of working with the National Curriculum of England and Wales, adapted to an international context.
- Experience of the National Strategy for Primary Education in England.
- 5 years+ of leadership experience with 3 years+ as a member of a senior leadership team.

Qualification/skills

- Qualified teacher. Honours degree essential. Master’s degree desirable.

Personal Attributes

- Integrity, passion for education, excellent communication skills
- Active listener, collaborative, team player
- Innovator and doer, ability to lead & inspire his/her team
- Open-minded leader, who is engaged and industrious.
- Demonstrates leadership and takes initiative for the development of the school by contributing to innovation and the leadership of change.
- Acts as a role model to reinforce the culture, values and ethos of the school.
- Creates an environment of mutual trust, respect and collaborative learning where students and staff can maximise their potential.
- Develops a culture of coaching and mentoring to optimise performance.
- Communicates openly and encourages transparent and continuous flow of information, ideas,



opinions and feedback.
- Contributes to efficient and effective use of budget, human resources and time across the school.
- Utilises understanding of financials, budgets, revenues and expenditures for prudent financial management.
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity by understanding the needs of the diverse school community.
- Initiates and/or manages the change process and energises it in an ongoing basis to achieve school’s strategic goals.
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively with colleagues towards solutions that benefit all in achieving School’s strategic goals.
- Utilises a range of strategies to resolve conflict keeping the best interests of the school in mind.
- Is committed to growth through learning and development for self and others.

Competencies: Will follow Leadership Team competencies

This does not define all duties and responsibilities of the position and the school may assign other tasks from time to time to help operationalise the role.

The school may review and modify or amend the as needed after discussion with the position holder.

Safeguarding Information The British School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo comprehensive child protection screening including but not limited to checks with past employers.

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

04/11/2026

Job ID

TBS-INTL-PP-26

Department

Non Teaching

Location

Chanakyapuri, New Delhi -110021, India, New Delhi, Delhi, India

Experience

10 - 15 Years

Employee Type

Fixed Term

Employee Sub Type

Full Time

📌 Primary School Principal (Chanakyapuri)
🏢 The British School
📍 Chanakyapuri