Head of School — Kaivalya Vidya Niketan Vacancy at Kaivalya Vidya Niketan, Pune

Kaivalya Vidya Niketan
Pune, Maharashtrafull-time₹9.5L – ₹12L / yrCBSE9–11 yrs expPosted 6d ago

Key facts

Role
Head of School — Kaivalya Vidya Niketan
School
Kaivalya Vidya Niketan
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.5L – ₹12L per year
Experience
9–11 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2011

Job description

Overview

Kaivalya Vidya Niketan, a CBSE school in Pune, 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: Nestled at the foothills Valvan’s green hillocks, Kaivalya Vidya Niketan is the concrete form of an ardent wished by the venerable sage, Swami Kuvalyanandaji . He dream of equal opportunities in education long before even the NCF was framed in 2005 and the Right To Education made a fundamental right of children in 2009. The school was set up to cater to the needs of the economically marginalized class which dared to dream big and have growing aspirations.

Common questions about this role

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

What qualifications are required for a Head of School — Kaivalya Vidya Niketan?

The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School — Kaivalya Vidya Niketan positions.

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.

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.

About Kaivalya Vidya Niketan

Nestled at the foothills Valvan’s green hillocks, Kaivalya Vidya Niketan is the concrete form of an ardent wished by the venerable sage, Swami Kuvalyanandaji . He dream of equal opportunities in education long before even the NCF was framed in 2005 and the Right To Education made a fundamental right of children in 2009. The school was set up to cater to the needs of the economically marginalized class which dared to dream big and have growing aspirations.

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Perks

Alumni AssociationMedical RoomWifiSmart ClassesRampsWashroomsElevatorsArt and CraftDanceMusicLibrary/Reading RoomPlayground

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Kaivalya Vidya Niketan campus 1

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