Head of School — Arafa Public School, Ernakulam

Est. 1999
₹10.8L – ₹15.2LCBSEcontractOn-site6–8 yrs1 openingsCloses 13 Oct
● posted 22 Jun

Job description

Overview

Arafa Public School is recruiting a Head of School in Ernakulam, Kerala. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Arafa Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Head of School reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.8 LPA – ₹15.2 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application on this page and Arafa Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

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Role details

Vacancies
1

Why apply

Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Established school — running since 1999.

What you'll handle

·Take ownership of the role's day-to-day deliverables.
·Partner with the relevant department leads.
·Maintain accurate records of work completed.
·Communicate proactively with the leadership team.
·Contribute to school events and routines as needed.

Working in a CBSE school

As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Ernakulam.

  1. NTT / KG→
  2. PRT (Primary)→
  3. TGT (Middle)→
  4. PGT (Senior)→
  5. HOD→
  6. Vice Principal→
  7. Principal
Arafa Public School
CBSE · Ernakulam · Est. 1999
1999
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
FEBINA JAMAL
PRINCIPAL
930767
AFFILIATION
Ernakulam, Kerala
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