Head of School — Oxford House School Opening — Oxford House School, Kolkata

Oxford House School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹6.3L – ₹10L / yrState Board9–14 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Head of School — Oxford House School
School
Oxford House School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.3L – ₹10L per year
Experience
9–14 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2001

Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Head of School — Oxford House School — Oxford House School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 25+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Oxford House School, a State Board 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: Oxford House School is a State Board Day School in Haltu, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Head of School — Oxford House School

Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

How do I apply for this Head of School — Oxford House School vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

About Oxford House School

Oxford House School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2001, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Oxford House School is a State Board Day School in Haltu, Kolkata.

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