Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is hiring a Head of School — Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya in Kolkata
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya
- School
- Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.9L – ₹7.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Head of School — Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 85+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya, a State Board 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: Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Machuabazar, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
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
Where exactly is Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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.
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.
About Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1941, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Seth Soorajmull Jalan Balika Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Machuabazar, Kolkata.
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