Head of School
at Ashram Residential School · Jamtara · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Ashram Residential School
- City
- Jamtara
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Sept 2026
Head of School salary in Jamtara — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Head of School
at Ashram Residential School
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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 Jamtara, Jharkhand at Ashram Residential School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Ashram Residential School in Jamtara, Jharkhand is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2015,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.9 LPA – ₹14.2 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 online from this page to be considered by Ashram Residential School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Head of School listing is usually welcome.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Ashram Residential School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
What is the average Head of School salary in Jamtara?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Jamtara. 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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
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Key facts about Ashram Residential School
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- MERCYLA MARANDI
- Affiliation #
- 3420004
Ashram Residential School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Jamtara, Jharkhand.
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