Hirendra Leela Patranavis School is hiring a Head of School — Hirendra Leela Patranavis School in Kolkata
Hirendra Leela Patranavis SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Hirendra Leela Patranavis School
- School
- Hirendra Leela Patranavis School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.8L – ₹9.1L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Hirendra Leela Patranavis School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — Hirendra Leela Patranavis School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. The school has been running for 72+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Hirendra Leela Patranavis School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Hirendra Leela Patranavis School is a ICSE Day School in Golf Gardens, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Hirendra Leela Patranavis School
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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 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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
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.
About Hirendra Leela Patranavis School
Hirendra Leela Patranavis School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1954, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Hirendra Leela Patranavis School is a ICSE Day School in Golf Gardens, Kolkata.
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