Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Don Bosco School Bagnan
- City
- Howrah
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹10.4L – ₹19.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Jul 2026Closes today
Head of School salary in Howrah — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Don Bosco School Bagnan requires a Head of School in Howrah, West Bengal for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Don Bosco School Bagnan, established 2020, is a senior secondary school in Howrah, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹10.4 LPA – ₹19.8 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Don Bosco School Bagnan instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Don Bosco School Bagnan located?
The school is in Howrah, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
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.
What is the average Head of School salary in Howrah?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in Howrah varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Don Bosco School Bagnan follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Howrah), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What's the interview process like for this role?
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.
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Key facts about Don Bosco School Bagnan
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ASIYA KHATOON
- Affiliation #
- 2430455
Don Bosco School Bagnan is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Howrah, West Bengal.
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