Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi
- City
- South
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹8.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi is recruiting a Head of School in South, Delhi. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. School profile: Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi in South, Delhi — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Head of School, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.6 LPA – ₹8.7 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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Is school transport available for staff?
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What is the average Head of School salary in South?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in South. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 1,054
- Staff
- 29
Apeejay School, J-Block, Gurudwara Road, Saket, New Delhi is a private unaided (recognized), located in South, Delhi, offering 1-12. The campus serves around 1,054 students with a teaching and support team of about 29. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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