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Head of School

₹9.0L – ₹22L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 31 Jul 28 days left
Dehradun, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
DAV Public School
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹22L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
26 May 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Dehradun — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹15.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

at DAV Public School

28 days left

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  • 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

Immediate opening: Head of School at DAV Public School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About DAV Public School: a senior secondary institution in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1989,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Head of School leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.0 LPA – ₹21.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the DAV Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

How do I apply for this Head of School vacancy?

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What is the average Head of School salary in Dehradun?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Dehradun. 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.

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Head of School roles in Dehradun.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

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About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
1989
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHALINI SAMADIYA
Affiliation #
3530053
Address
SECTOR IV DEFENCE COLONY HARIDWAR ROAD DEHRADUN UTTARANCHAL, Sector Iv Defence, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248001

DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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