Chess Coach — Bishop Cotton Girls' School Vacancy at Bishop Cotton Girls' School, Bangalore
Bishop Cotton Girls' SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Bishop Cotton Girls' School
- School
- Bishop Cotton Girls' School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹3.6L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Bishop Cotton Girls' School, a CISCE school in Bangalore, is hiring a Chess Coach.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan training sessions and conditioning programmes
- Coach students for inter-school tournaments
- Maintain equipment and safety standards
- Identify and develop young talent
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Certification in the sport from a recognised body; coaching experience preferred
About the school: Since its inception by the Rev. S. T. Pettigrew in 1865, Bishop Cotton Girls' School has spanned a timeline of three centuries and has consistently trained thousands of girls and empowered them to become important women. Whether they are doctors, engineers, teachers, nurses, housewives, scientists or heads of companies, the Cotton Girls are sure to make their mark. Every block of granite in our sprawling campus has a story to tell - from the vision of the founding fathers and the courage and commitment of various school principals who for decades promoted gender equality and emancipation on these sacred portals, long before. such concepts appeared. part of it became part of the collective public consciousness. At Cottons, our rich heritage of well-rounded education inspires us to achieve greater excellence and prepares our students from kindergarten through elementary and middle school for the challenges that lie ahead.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Bishop Cotton Girls' School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Do I have to work weekends?
As this is a residential/boarding school, expect a rotational weekend duty roster on top of the regular week. The exact roster depends on your house and section.
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.
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.
About Bishop Cotton Girls' School
Since its inception by the Rev. S. T. Pettigrew in 1865, Bishop Cotton Girls' School has spanned a timeline of three centuries and has consistently trained thousands of girls and empowered them to become important women. Whether they are doctors, engineers, teachers, nurses, housewives, scientists or heads of companies, the Cotton Girls are sure to make their mark. Every block of granite in our sprawling campus has a story to tell - from the vision of the founding fathers and the courage and commitment of various school principals who for decades promoted gender equality and emancipation on these sacred portals, long before. such concepts appeared. part of it became part of the collective public consciousness. At Cottons, our rich heritage of well-rounded education inspires us to achieve greater excellence and prepares our students from kindergarten through elementary and middle school for the challenges that lie ahead.
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