School Principal

Location: Bengaluru

Job Title:

School Principal
School Type:  International School

Reports to:

School Board / Managing Director / Education Group Head
Job Purpose
The School Principal will provide  strategic, academic, and operational leadership  to an international school, ensuring  high standards of education, student wellbeing, and regulatory compliance , while fostering a culture of excellence aligned with international best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership
Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the  curriculum
Ensure  high-quality teaching and learning outcomes  across all grade levels.
Monitor academic performance through data analysis, classroom observations, and assessments.
Drive innovation in pedagogy, assessment, and digital learning.
School Operations & Administration
Oversee day-to-day school operations, including  academic planning, timetabling, staffing, and resource allocation .
Manage school budgets, facilities, and operational efficiency.
Staff Leadership & Development
Recruit, develop, and retain  high-performing teaching and administrative staff .
Implement  performance management, professional development, and appraisal systems .
Foster a collaborative, multicultural, and inclusive work environment.
Student Welfare & Safeguarding
Ensure the  safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding  of all students.
Promote positive student behavior, inclusion, and pastoral care systems.
Build a school culture that supports  holistic student development .
Parent, Community & Stakeholder Engagement
Act as the primary point of contact for  parents, school board, and external stakeholders .
Build strong relationships with parents and the wider community.
Represent the school in official forums, inspections, and accreditation visits.
Strategy, Growth & School Development
Develop and execute the  school’s vision, mission, and strategic plan .
Support  student enrolment growth , marketing initiatives, and school branding.
Lead accreditation processes (e.g.,  Cambridge, IB, CIS, NEASC ).

Required Qualifications & Experience
Master’s degree in  Education, Educational Leadership, or related field .
10–15 years  of progressive experience in education, with at least  5 years in a senior leadership role  (Principal / Vice Principal / Head of School).
Strong experience in  international curricula  (Cambridge / IB / British / American).