Delhi: Head of School — New Horizon School Job at New Horizon School
New Horizon SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — New Horizon School
- School
- New Horizon School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 11–14 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
New Horizon School (Delhi, Delhi) is inviting applications for a Head of School — New Horizon School. The school has been running for 48+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
New Horizon School, a CBSE school in Delhi, 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: New Horizon School is a CBSE Day School in Hazrat Nizamuddin, Delhi.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — New Horizon School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a CBSE school
CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Delhi
Delhi has the largest concentration of CBSE schools in India and an active teacher network — strong base for career growth in K-12 education.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
About New Horizon School
New Horizon School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1978, located in Delhi, Delhi.
New Horizon School is a CBSE Day School in Hazrat Nizamuddin, Delhi.
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