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Head of School

at Chennai Public School, · Thiruvallur · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.0L – ₹13.1L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 27 Jul 23 days left
Thiruvallur, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 37d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Chennai Public School,
City
Thiruvallur
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹13.1L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
27 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Thiruvallur — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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23 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Chennai Public School, requires a Head of School in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Chennai Public School, in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 2010, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Head of School owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.0 LPA – ₹13.1 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Chennai Public School, instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.

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Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

What is the average Head of School salary in Thiruvallur?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in Thiruvallur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

How do I write an application email for this Head of School role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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What is the salary for this Head of School role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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About the school

Chennai Public School,

Key facts about Chennai Public School,

Key facts
Founded
2010
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RENUKA BALAJI NALLAMAR
Affiliation #
1930294
Address
THIRUVALLORE MAIN ROAD, THIRUMAZHISAI, CHENNAI - 602107, Thiruvallore Main Road, Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu, 602107

Chennai Public School, is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu.

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