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Head of School

₹7.5L – ₹15L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Thrissur, Keralafull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Devamatha Cmi International School
City
Thrissur
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.5L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Thrissur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

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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

Devamatha Cmi International School requires a Head of School in Thrissur, Kerala for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Devamatha Cmi International School in Thrissur, Kerala operates as a senior secondary school, established 2019, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.5 LPA – ₹14.6 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Devamatha Cmi International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Do I have to work weekends?

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Devamatha Cmi International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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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About the school

Devamatha Cmi International School

Key facts about Devamatha Cmi International School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Fr Shaju Edamana CMI
Affiliation #
931468
Address
THANGALOOR, THRISSUR - 680596, Thangaloor, Thrissur, Kerala, 680596

Devamatha Cmi International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Thrissur, Kerala.

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