Head of School — Maheshwari Girls' School Vacancy at Maheshwari Girls' School, Kolkata
Maheshwari Girls' SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Maheshwari Girls' School
- School
- Maheshwari Girls' School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.5L – ₹7.6L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Maheshwari Girls' School, a CISCE school in Kolkata, 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: Maheshwari Girls' School started on 26th January, 1986 and is under The Maheshwari Sabha Trust, Kolkata. The school aims to impart multidimensional education catering to the intellectual, social as well as moral development of the students. It endeavours to expand the students' growth horizon by facilitating and encouraging extra curricular abilities. Our Motto: THE AIM OF MAHESHWARI GIRLS’ SCHOOL IS TO TRAIN THE CHILDREN TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE. THE SCHOOL ENCOURAGES ITS STUDENTS TO LEARN, FULFILL THEIR WISHES AND ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS.
Common questions about this role
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 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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — Maheshwari Girls' 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.
About Maheshwari Girls' School
Maheshwari Girls' School started on 26th January, 1986 and is under The Maheshwari Sabha Trust, Kolkata. The school aims to impart multidimensional education catering to the intellectual, social as well as moral development of the students. It endeavours to expand the students' growth horizon by facilitating and encouraging extra curricular abilities. Our Motto: THE AIM OF MAHESHWARI GIRLS’ SCHOOL IS TO TRAIN THE CHILDREN TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH CONFIDENCE. THE SCHOOL ENCOURAGES ITS STUDENTS TO LEARN, FULFILL THEIR WISHES AND ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS.
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