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Head of School

₹11L – ₹13L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Ballari, Karnatakafull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Mount Carmel School
City
Ballari
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹13L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Ballari — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.0L
per year
Typical
₹11.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

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  • 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

Mount Carmel School requires a Head of School in Ballari, Karnataka for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About Mount Carmel School: a secondary institution in Ballari, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2010,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Head of School, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.0 LPA – ₹12.8 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Mount Carmel School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Mount Carmel School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Head of School roles in Ballari.

How much experience do I need for this Head of 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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Mount Carmel School

Key facts about Mount Carmel School

Key facts
Founded
2010
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
VICTOR VIJAY PAIS
Affiliation #
830886
Address
SOGI ROAD, 9TH WARD,HUVINADAGALI,, Sogi Road, Ballari, Karnataka, 583219

Mount Carmel School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Ballari, Karnataka.

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