Head of School — Gandhi Mission International School, Thanjavur

Est. 2018
₹8.5L – ₹14.9LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–10 yrs1 openingsCloses 26 Oct
● posted 18 May

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Head of School at Gandhi Mission International School in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. School profile: Gandhi Mission International School in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu — a secondary setup, established 2018, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.5 LPA – ₹14.9 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Gandhi Mission International School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Why apply

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 handle

·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.
·Contribute to school events and routines as needed.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Thanjavur.

  1. NTT / KG→
  2. PRT (Primary)→
  3. TGT (Middle)→
  4. PGT (Senior)→
  5. HOD→
  6. Vice Principal→
  7. Principal
Gandhi Mission International School
CBSE · Thanjavur · Est. 2018
2018
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
secondary
LEVEL
LAKSHMI S
PRINCIPAL
1931464
AFFILIATION
Thanjavur, Tamilnadu
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