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Head of School

at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali · Ganjam · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.2L – ₹24.6L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 4 Sept
Ganjam, Odishafull-timePosted 11d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali
City
Ganjam
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.2L – ₹24.6L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
4 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Ganjam — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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Why apply

  • 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

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali is recruiting a Head of School in Ganjam, Odisha. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali, established 2016, runs as a senior secondary campus in Ganjam, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹11.2 LPA – ₹24.6 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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Where exactly is Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali located?

The school is in Ganjam, Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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Is background verification done before joining?

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How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

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About the school

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali

Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
CH HEMANT KUMAR
Affiliation #
1520043
Address
PITATALI, BLOCK-CHIKITI, DISTT. GANJAM, ODISHA, Pitatali, Ganjam, Odisha

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Pitatali is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Ganjam, Odisha.

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