Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya is hiring a Head of School — Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya in Kolkata
Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi VidyalayaKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya
- School
- Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 110+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi 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: Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Barabazar, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
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
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Where exactly is Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi 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.
About Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya
Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1916, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Sree Jain Swetambar Terapanthi Vidyalaya is a State Board Day School in Barabazar, Kolkata.
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