Head of School — Don Bosco High School Vacancy at Don Bosco High School, Mumbai
Don Bosco High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Don Bosco High School
- School
- Don Bosco High School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 9–12 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — Don Bosco High School — Don Bosco High School, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 84+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Don Bosco High School, a State Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Don Bosco High School is a State Board Day School in Matunga East, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Don Bosco High School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
About Don Bosco High School
Don Bosco High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1942, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Don Bosco High School is a State Board Day School in Matunga East, Mumbai.
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