Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- Skycity International School
- City
- Paschim Bardhaman
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.8L – ₹21.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Jul 20261 day left
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Closing in 1 day — shortlisting this week.
Job description
Overview
Skycity International School has opened applications for a Head of School in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Skycity International School, established 2020, runs as a secondary campus in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.8 LPA – ₹21.0 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Skycity International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Skycity International School located?
The school is in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
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How much experience do I need for this Head of School 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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Key facts about Skycity International School
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- DEBOSHREE BOSE
- Affiliation #
- 2430426
Skycity International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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