St. Joans School is hiring a Head of School — St. Joans School in Kolkata
St. Joans SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Joans School
- School
- St. Joans School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹5.9L – ₹9.7L per year
- Experience
- 8–13 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Joans School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Head of School — St. Joans School. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 29+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
St. Joans School, a CISCE 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: St. Joans School is a CISCE Day School in Saltlake, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — St. Joans School
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in a CISCE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
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
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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.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — St. Joans School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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.
How do I apply for this Head of School — St. Joans School vacancy?
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About St. Joans School
St. Joans School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1997, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
St. Joans School is a CISCE Day School in Saltlake, Kolkata.
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