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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School
- City
- Thrissur
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹17.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School in Thrissur, Kerala is seeking a Head of School who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About the institution: C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School in Thrissur, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 1985, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.9 LPA – ₹17.2 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
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Key facts about C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- M DINESH BABU
- Affiliation #
- 930102
C Syed Mohammed Haji Memorial Central School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Thrissur, Kerala.
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