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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.8L – ₹18.2L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Head of School to join PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 in Chennai, Tamilnadu. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 in Chennai, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1964,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Head of School, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.8 LPA – ₹18.2 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 PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
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How do I apply for this Head of School vacancy?
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Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is school transport available for staff?
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How do I write an application email for this Head of School role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Head of School application — PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
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How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- S ARUMUGAM
- Affiliation #
- 1900005
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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