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Head of School

₹8.8L – ₹9.1L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Surat, Gujaratfull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Ryan International School
City
Surat
State
Gujarat
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹9.1L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Surat — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹8.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

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Why apply

  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Ryan International School in Surat, Gujarat is on the lookout for a Head of School. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Ryan International School: a senior secondary institution in Surat, Gujarat — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Head of School, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹9.1 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Ryan International School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Head of School roles in Surat.

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.

Where exactly is Ryan International School located?

The school is in Surat, Gujarat. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Head of School job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

What is the salary for this Head of School role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Ryan International School

Key facts about Ryan International School

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DAVID SOLANKI
Affiliation #
430085
Address
PLOT NO 85 KATYARK NAGAR OPP NAVYUG COLLEGE NR DIWALI BAUG SO ADAJAN SURAT GUJARAT, Plot No 85, Surat, Gujarat, 360005

Ryan International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Surat, Gujarat.

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