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    "description": "Join DAV Pub School in Dantewada, Chattisgarh as our next Head of School. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. DAV Pub School in Dantewada, Chattisgarh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. What you will do:\n- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:\n- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.\n- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.\n- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.\n- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.\n- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:\n- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.8 LPA – ₹17.0 LPA).\n- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.\n- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.\n- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.\n- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with DAV Pub School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.",
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  "descriptionText": "Join DAV Pub School in Dantewada, Chattisgarh as our next Head of School. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. DAV Pub School in Dantewada, Chattisgarh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. What you will do:\n• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.\n• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.\n• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.\n• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.\n• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:\n• 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.\n• Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.\n• A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.\n• Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.\n• Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:\n• Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.8 LPA – ₹17.0 LPA).\n• Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.\n• Regular PD through internal and external programmes.\n• A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.\n• A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with DAV Pub School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.",
  "aboutTheRole": "We're hiring for a school-side role with practical day-to-day responsibilities and steady team support.",
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    "Take ownership of the role's day-to-day deliverables.",
    "Partner with the relevant department leads.",
    "Maintain accurate records of work completed.",
    "Communicate proactively with the leadership team.",
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a Head of School",
      "body": "Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage."
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      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "**CBSE** schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy."
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  "faq": [
    {
      "q": "Do staff get fee concession for their children?",
      "a": "Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy."
    },
    {
      "q": "Can I negotiate the salary at DAV Pub School?",
      "a": "Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do I have to work weekends?",
      "a": "Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off."
    },
    {
      "q": "Where can I find similar vacancies?",
      "a": "Scroll to the \"Similar jobs\" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Dantewada), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side."
    },
    {
      "q": "How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?",
      "a": "Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate."
    },
    {
      "q": "What's the interview process like for this role?",
      "a": "Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the salary for this Head of School role?",
      "a": "Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience."
    },
    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a Head of School?",
      "a": "The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School positions."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is this a contract or permanent role?",
      "a": "This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?",
      "a": "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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