Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- La Martiniere For Boys
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.2L – ₹23.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
Head of School salary in Kolkata — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
La Martiniere For Boys in Kolkata, West Bengal is hiring a Head of School. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. La Martiniere For Boys in Kolkata, West Bengal operates as a senior secondary school — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the Head of School reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.2 LPA – ₹23.8 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with La Martiniere For Boys. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is La Martiniere For Boys located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I write an application email for this Head of School role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Head of School application — La Martiniere For Boys"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why La Martiniere For Boys and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
What is the average Head of School salary in Kolkata?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Kolkata. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Can I negotiate the salary at La Martiniere For Boys?
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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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Key facts about La Martiniere For Boys
- Founded
- 1836
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Welcome to the school with a rich legacy, heritage and a remarkable contribution to humanity. Established in 1836, La Martiniere for Boys has been imparting academic excellence as well as ensuring holistic development so that every pupil passing through its portals faces the outside world with integrity and sound character. La Martiniere For Boys is an ICSE affiliated school situated in the heart of Kolkata, on Sir U N Brahmachari Sarani, Elgin. As one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the city, La Martiniere For Boys is known for its academic rigor, strong co-curricular program, and emphasis on character development. The school's rich history and tradition of excellence make it a highly sought-after school for parents in Kolkata.
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