Starling International School is hiring a Head of School — Starling International School in Kolkata
Starling International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Starling International School
- School
- Starling International School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 8–11 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Starling International School, a CBSE 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: The Starling International School is a co-educational school sited in Shyamnagar, Barrackpore Sub Division, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. Founded in 2017, the school is affiliated to Senior Secondary (10+2) with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi and fosters the belief - "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education". The school's vision is to prepare the students for the future life and to create individuals who are able to think independently and adapt with the changing dynamics of the society and contribute towards it's betterment and mankind as a whole.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
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.
About Starling International School
The Starling International School is a co-educational school sited in Shyamnagar, Barrackpore Sub Division, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. Founded in 2017, the school is affiliated to Senior Secondary (10+2) with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi and fosters the belief - "Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education". The school's vision is to prepare the students for the future life and to create individuals who are able to think independently and adapt with the changing dynamics of the society and contribute towards it's betterment and mankind as a whole.
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