Head of School — St. Mathew Convent School Vacancy at St. Mathew Convent School, Kolkata
St. Mathew Convent SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Mathew Convent School
- School
- St. Mathew Convent School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 8–11 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St. Mathew Convent School, a ICSE 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. Mathew Convent School in Maheshtata, Kolkata, follows the ICSE curriculum. It is a co-ed English medium school with a 20:1 student-teacher ratio, offering education from nursery to 10th grade. The school focuses on holistic development, encouraging academic and co-curricular excellence while instilling universal moral values and a sense of nationalism
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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What is the salary for this Head of School — St. Mathew Convent School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
About St. Mathew Convent School
St. Mathew Convent School in Maheshtata, Kolkata, follows the ICSE curriculum. It is a co-ed English medium school with a 20:1 student-teacher ratio, offering education from nursery to 10th grade. The school focuses on holistic development, encouraging academic and co-curricular excellence while instilling universal moral values and a sense of nationalism
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