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Key facts
- Role
- Dean
- School
- Sainik School
- City
- Mainpuri
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹24.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Sainik School requires a Dean in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. School profile: Sainik School in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the Dean is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.1 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sainik School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Dean listing is usually welcome.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What questions are asked in a Dean 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 Dean roles in Mainpuri.
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.
How do I apply for this Dean vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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Key facts about Sainik School
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Welcome To Sainik School Mainpuri Sainik School Mainpuri was raised as the 30th Sainik School of India and the first Sainik School of Uttar Pradesh under the aegis of Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of Defence, New Delhi. The main aim of the school is to prepare cadets mentally and physically for their entry into the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy. It is a fully residential institution for both boys and girls and is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Admissions are offered exclusively to students entering Classes VI and IX. The overall functioning of the school is monitored by a Local Board of Administration, which ensures the effective implementation of policies framed by the Board of Governors. The General Officer Commanding, Madhya U.P. Sub Area, Lucknow, serves as the Chairman of this board.
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