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Head of School

₹10L – ₹27L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 22 Jul 19 days left
Maharajganj, Uttar PradeshcontractPosted 27d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai
City
Maharajganj
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹10L – ₹27L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
6 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Maharajganj — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹18.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 21+ years.
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Job description

Overview

St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a Head of School. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai, established 2005, runs as a senior secondary campus in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh — 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. About the role: the Head of School is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹10.4 LPA – ₹27.0 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. Submit your application on this page and St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

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What is the average Head of School salary in Maharajganj?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Head of School roles in Maharajganj. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

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About the school

St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai

Key facts about St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Lily Thomas
Affiliation #
2131597
Address
DHANEWA DHANAI, CHOWK ROAD, MAHARAJGANJ, Dhanewa Dhanai, Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, 273303

St. Josephs School, Dhanewa Dhanai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh.

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