Head of School
at St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil · Kollam · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil
- City
- Kollam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
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Head of School
at St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil has opened applications for a Head of School in Kollam, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil, established 1992, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kollam, Kerala — 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. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Head of School leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.0 LPA – ₹14.3 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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Where exactly is St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil located?
The school is in Kollam, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Can I negotiate the salary at St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
How do I apply for this Head of School vacancy?
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil
Key facts about St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MANJU RAJEEV
- Affiliation #
- 930764
St. Mary's English Medium School, Uliyakovil is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Kollam, Kerala.
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