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Key facts
- Role
- Dean
- School
- Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School
- City
- Salem
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 57+ years.
Job description
Overview
Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School is recruiting a Dean in Salem, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School, established 1969, is a secondary school in Salem, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.9 LPA – ₹11.0 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
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How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What is the salary for this Dean role?
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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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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.
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- 1
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Key facts about Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School
- Founded
- 1969
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BHUVANESWARI K L
- Affiliation #
- 1930110
Sri Vidya Mandir Higher Sec. School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1969, located in Salem, Tamilnadu.
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