Kolkata: Head of School — Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School Job at Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School
Alipore Girls' & Boys' High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School
- School
- Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.1L – ₹7.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Kindle the Light of Knowledge’, the motto set by our beloved Founder Principal Late Purnima Dasgupta to bring up an English medium school in 1968 is still burning with glory & valour after forty five years of team work by our efficient teaching staff and non-teaching staff who stood shoulder to shoulder to fight out all the problems that come in their way. The school Anthem written & composed by our Founder Principal also advocates her principal and ideas to ‘March Forward For The Knowledge’ & to fight out against illiteracy, thereby lending out our helping hands to the country.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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 background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
About Alipore Girls' & Boys' High School
Kindle the Light of Knowledge’, the motto set by our beloved Founder Principal Late Purnima Dasgupta to bring up an English medium school in 1968 is still burning with glory & valour after forty five years of team work by our efficient teaching staff and non-teaching staff who stood shoulder to shoulder to fight out all the problems that come in their way. The school Anthem written & composed by our Founder Principal also advocates her principal and ideas to ‘March Forward For The Knowledge’ & to fight out against illiteracy, thereby lending out our helping hands to the country.
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