St. Joseph's School is hiring a Head of School — St. Joseph's School in Lucknow
St. Joseph's SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Joseph's School
- School
- St. Joseph's School
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Joseph's School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — St. Joseph's School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
St. Joseph's School, a State Board school in Lucknow, 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. Joseph's School is a State Board Day School in Gosainganj, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — St. Joseph's School
Contribute to school operations in line with the JD shared at the interview stage.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — St. Joseph's School?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Head of School — St. Joseph's School positions.
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 St. Joseph's School located?
The school is in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
About St. Joseph's School
St. Joseph's School is a day school affiliated to State Board, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
St. Joseph's School is a State Board Day School in Gosainganj, Lucknow.
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