Head of School — St. Xavier's High School Vacancy at St. Xavier's High School, Navi Mumbai
St. Xavier's High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St. Xavier's High School
- School
- St. Xavier's High School
- City
- Navi Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Head of School — St. Xavier's High School — St. Xavier's High School, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 22+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
St. Xavier's High School, a State Board school in Navi Mumbai, 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:
What you'll handle as a Head of School — St. Xavier's High School
Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.
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
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — St. Xavier's High 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. Xavier's High School positions.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
About St. Xavier's High School
St. Xavier's High School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2004, located in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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