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Wing Head - Senior

at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya · Palakkad · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.1L – ₹18.9L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Palakkad, Keralafull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Wing Head - Senior
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
City
Palakkad
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.1L – ₹18.9L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Wing Head - Senior salary in Palakkad — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹7.1L
per year
Typical
₹13.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Palakkad, Kerala is inviting applications for a Wing Head - Senior. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, established 1988, is a senior secondary campus in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Wing Head - Senior leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.1 LPA – ₹18.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Wing Head - Senior 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.

What is the salary for this Wing Head - Senior role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

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.

What is the average Wing Head - Senior salary in Palakkad?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Wing Head - Senior pay in Palakkad varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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 does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

How do I write an application email for this Wing Head - Senior role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

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About the school

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1988
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
M R SUDHAMONEY
Affiliation #
940010
Address
MALAMPUZHA P.O PALAKKAD DISTT. KERALA, Malampuzha P.o Distt., Palakkad, Kerala, 678651

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Palakkad, Kerala.

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