Wing Head - Senior
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Key facts
- Role
- Wing Head - Senior
- School
- Gandhi Mission International School
- City
- Thanjavur
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.6L – ₹12.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Wing Head - Senior in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu at Gandhi Mission International School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Gandhi Mission International School in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2018,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as Wing Head - Senior, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹10.6 LPA – ₹12.3 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 Gandhi Mission International School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
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.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
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What qualifications are required for a Wing Head - Senior?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Wing Head - Senior positions.
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Key facts about Gandhi Mission International School
- Founded
- 2018
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- LAKSHMI S
- Affiliation #
- 1931464
Gandhi Mission International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Thanjavur, Tamilnadu.
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