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Wing Head - Senior

₹10L – ₹20L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Purulia, West Bengalfull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Wing Head - Senior
School
Sainik School
City
Purulia
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Wing Head - Senior salary in Purulia — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹15.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Wing Head - Senior

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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

Join the faculty at Sainik School as a Wing Head - Senior in Purulia, West Bengal. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Sainik School in Purulia, West Bengal operates as a senior secondary school, established 1962, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the Wing Head - Senior reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.4 LPA – ₹19.6 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sainik School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Sainik School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the salary for this Wing Head - Senior 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.

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 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.

How much experience do I need for this Wing Head - Senior role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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 accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Sainik School

Key facts about Sainik School

Key facts
Founded
1962
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Purulia, Purulia, Purulia, Purulia, Purulia, West Bengal, 713200

Sainik School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in Purulia, West Bengal. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.

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