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Head of School

at Narayani Challenger Convent School · Varanasi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹26L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Varanasi, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 25d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Narayani Challenger Convent School
City
Varanasi
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹26L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Varanasi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.3L
per year
Typical
₹19.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.6L
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.
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Overview

Narayani Challenger Convent School in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh is accepting applications for a Head of School. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Narayani Challenger Convent School in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.3 LPA – ₹25.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Narayani Challenger Convent School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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Narayani Challenger Convent School

Key facts about Narayani Challenger Convent School

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Devi Prasad Shukla
Affiliation #
2132499
Address
GANGAPUR, MANGARI, 221202, Gangapur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221202

Narayani Challenger Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

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