Head of School — St. Thomas Aquinas School Opening — St. Thomas Aquinas School, Bangalore
St. Thomas Aquinas SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Thomas Aquinas School
- School
- St. Thomas Aquinas School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹9.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — St. Thomas Aquinas School — St. Thomas Aquinas School, Bangalore, Karnataka. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. The school has been running for 45+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
St. Thomas Aquinas School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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. Thomas Aquinas School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at BTM Layout, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — St. Thomas Aquinas School
Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — St. Thomas Aquinas 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. Thomas Aquinas School positions.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
About St. Thomas Aquinas School
St. Thomas Aquinas School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1981, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
St. Thomas Aquinas School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at BTM Layout, Bangalore.
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