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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹10.9L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Sept 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Head of School in Chandigarh, Chandigarh at Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2004, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as Head of School, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.7 LPA – ₹10.9 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Where exactly is Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 located?
The school is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What questions are asked in a Head of School 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 Head of School roles in Chandigarh.
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Key facts about Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PAMILA KAUR
- Affiliation #
- 2630063
Ajit Karam Singh International Public School, Aksips-45 Sect 45 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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