Head of School — Podar Jumbokids Plus Vacancy at Podar Jumbokids Plus, Pune
Podar Jumbokids PlusKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Podar Jumbokids Plus
- School
- Podar Jumbokids Plus
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Podar Jumbokids Plus, a No Board school in Pune, 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: Established in 1927, by Sheth Anandilal Podar, Podar Education Network has, from the very beginning been focussed driven and motivated by the traditional Indian values of honesty, integrity and service. The father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi, being the very first President of the Anandilal Podar Trust stands testimony to this fact.(View the minutes of the first Trust meeting). With over 97 years of experience within the educational space, the Podar group is now a network of 149 Podar International Schools (completely managed by Podar Education Network) + 110 Podar Partner schools, with a combined student strength of more than 2,50,000 and the support of 8,000 dedicated and loyal staff members.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — Podar Jumbokids Plus?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School — Podar Jumbokids Plus positions.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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 there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
About Podar Jumbokids Plus
Established in 1927, by Sheth Anandilal Podar, Podar Education Network has, from the very beginning been focussed driven and motivated by the traditional Indian values of honesty, integrity and service. The father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi, being the very first President of the Anandilal Podar Trust stands testimony to this fact.(View the minutes of the first Trust meeting). With over 97 years of experience within the educational space, the Podar group is now a network of 149 Podar International Schools (completely managed by Podar Education Network) + 110 Podar Partner schools, with a combined student strength of more than 2,50,000 and the support of 8,000 dedicated and loyal staff members.
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