Wing Head - Primary
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Overview
Good Shepherd International School is hiring a Wing Head - Primary in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. About Good Shepherd International School in Ooty, Tamil Nadu: a senior secondary institution, established 1995, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Context: the Wing Head - Primary reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.0 LPA – ₹15.5 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Good Shepherd International School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.