Bangalore: HR Manager — Pragathi School Job at Pragathi School
Pragathi SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HR Manager — Pragathi School
- School
- Pragathi School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Pragathi School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a HR Manager — Pragathi School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 25+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Pragathi School, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a HR Manager.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day operations of the function
- Coordinate with school leadership and external vendors
- Maintain accurate records and reports
- Ensure compliance with school policies
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Graduate/Postgraduate in the relevant function; school experience preferred
About the school: Pragathi School is a State Board Day School in Mahadevapura, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a HR Manager — Pragathi School
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
About Pragathi School
Pragathi School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2001, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Pragathi School is a State Board Day School in Mahadevapura, Bangalore.
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