Head of School — Purwanchal Vidyamandir Vacancy at Purwanchal Vidyamandir, Kolkata
Purwanchal VidyamandirKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Purwanchal Vidyamandir
- School
- Purwanchal Vidyamandir
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹30L per year
- Experience
- 8–20 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — Purwanchal Vidyamandir at Purwanchal Vidyamandir will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 28+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Purwanchal Vidyamandir, a ICSE 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: Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a ICSE Day School in Kankurgachi, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Purwanchal Vidyamandir
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in an ICSE school
Working in an ICSE/ISC setting means deeper unit-wise content, more written work and clear assessment rubrics.
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
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
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 school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Purwanchal Vidyamandir follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
About Purwanchal Vidyamandir
Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1998, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a ICSE Day School in Kankurgachi, Kolkata.
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