Head of School
at Holy Cross Convent School · Malappuram · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Holy Cross Convent School
- City
- Malappuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
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Head of School
at Holy Cross Convent School
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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.
Job description
Overview
Holy Cross Convent School is hiring a Head of School in Malappuram, Kerala. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About Holy Cross Convent School: a senior secondary institution in Malappuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1995,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as Head of School, 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. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.4 LPA – ₹16.1 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. Submit your application here so Holy Cross Convent School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Holy Cross Convent School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Can I negotiate the salary at Holy Cross Convent School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Where exactly is Holy Cross Convent School located?
The school is in Malappuram, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Holy Cross Convent School
Key facts about Holy Cross Convent School
- Founded
- 1995
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sr. SMITHA E V
- Affiliation #
- 931130
Holy Cross Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1995, located in Malappuram, Kerala.
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