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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.1L – ₹22.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
Head of School salary in Lucknow — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Applications are open for a Head of School at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.1 LPA – ₹22.9 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Head of School salary in Lucknow?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in Lucknow 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.
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Can I negotiate the salary at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MEENAKSHI TRIVEDI
- Affiliation #
- 2140062
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
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