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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Daffodils English School
- City
- Raipur
- State
- Chattisgarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
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Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Daffodils English School in Raipur, Chattisgarh is seeking a Head of School who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. School profile: Daffodils English School in Raipur, Chattisgarh — a senior secondary setup, established 1996, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹12.3 LPA – ₹21.2 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 Daffodils English School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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What is the average Head of School salary in Raipur?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Raipur. 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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
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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.
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Key facts about Daffodils English School
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ASHA VIG
- Affiliation #
- 3330111
Daffodils English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Raipur, Chattisgarh.
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