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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- GEMS English School
- City
- Rohtas
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Jul 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Established school — running for 43+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Head of School at GEMS English School in Rohtas, Bihar. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About GEMS English School: a senior secondary institution in Rohtas, Bihar — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Head of School, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.7 LPA – ₹12.9 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for GEMS English School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
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Can I negotiate the salary at GEMS English School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (ICSE/ISC) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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Key facts about GEMS English School
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
GEMS ENGLISH SCHOOL is a premier day-cum-residential coeducational institution in Bihar. The school is situated in a serene environment on the bank of River Sone at Sikaria, which is about 7 K.M. away from the station, Dehri-on-sone Rohtas. The school is managed by the Gospel Echoing Missionary Society(GEMS), a registered charity organization. The school is renowned for its academic excellence and quality. Founded by a visionary leader, Rev. Augustine Jebakumar in 1983, the school continues to stride ahead with the vision to achieve multidimensional transformation of the society under his dynamic and able leadership.
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