Head of School — Holy Cross School Opening — Holy Cross School, Sonipat
Holy Cross SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Holy Cross School
- School
- Holy Cross School
- City
- Sonipat
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — Holy Cross School at Holy Cross School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: CBSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Holy Cross School, a CBSE school in Sonipat, 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: Holy Cross School is a Private, Senior Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Bagru, Sonipat.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Holy Cross School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
Common questions about this role
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Holy Cross School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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 there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
About Holy Cross School
Holy Cross School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, located in Sonipat, Haryana.
Holy Cross School is a Private, Senior Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Bagru, Sonipat.
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