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Head of School

at S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park · New Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10.2L – ₹23.4L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 14 Aug
New Delhi, Delhipart-timePosted 17d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park
City
New Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹10.2L – ₹23.4L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in New Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.2L
per year
Typical
₹16.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 51+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park is looking for a Head of School in New Delhi, Delhi to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park: a senior secondary institution in New Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1975,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.2 LPA – ₹23.4 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (New Delhi), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

What is the average Head of School salary in New Delhi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in New Delhi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

How much experience do I need for this Head of School role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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Key facts about S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park

Key facts
Founded
1975
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
QUAYAMUDDIN
Affiliation #
2764062
Address
SARVODAYA GIRLS SR SEC SCHOOL CHITTRANJAN PARK NEW DELHI, Sarvodaya Girls SR, New Delhi, Delhi, 110019

S(co-ed)v (shyama Prasad Mukherjee) Chitranjan Park is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1975, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

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