
Head of School — St.Benedict's Academy Vacancy at St.Benedict's Academy, Bangalore
St.Benedict's AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — St.Benedict's Academy
- School
- St.Benedict's Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 11–13 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
St.Benedict's Academy, a CBSE 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 Benedict's Academy is a Roman Catholic Benedictine school run by the monks of Asirvanam Benedictine Monastery. It has its roots in the values of the Gospel of Christ and the more than 1500 year old Benedictine tradition of schooling. St Benedict's Academy entertains students of all religions and honors the dignity of every student as a child of God, and strives to nurture the talents of each individual for service and leadership in their own community and in the larger world.The mission has a strong focus on improving outcomes in ways which seek to eliminate the inequity which currently exists amongst learners from different backgrounds and from particular vulnerable groups.Our vision at SBA is to empower students to acquire, demonstrate, articulate and value knowledge and skills that will support them, as life-long learners, to participate in and contribute to the global world and practice the core values of the school: respect, tolerance & inclusion, and excellence.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How much experience do I need for this Head of School — St.Benedict's Academy role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What qualifications are required for a Head of School — St.Benedict's Academy?
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.Benedict's Academy positions.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About St.Benedict's Academy
St Benedict's Academy is a Roman Catholic Benedictine school run by the monks of Asirvanam Benedictine Monastery. It has its roots in the values of the Gospel of Christ and the more than 1500 year old Benedictine tradition of schooling. St Benedict's Academy entertains students of all religions and honors the dignity of every student as a child of God, and strives to nurture the talents of each individual for service and leadership in their own community and in the larger world.The mission has a strong focus on improving outcomes in ways which seek to eliminate the inequity which currently exists amongst learners from different backgrounds and from particular vulnerable groups.Our vision at SBA is to empower students to acquire, demonstrate, articulate and value knowledge and skills that will support them, as life-long learners, to participate in and contribute to the global world and practice the core values of the school: respect, tolerance & inclusion, and excellence.
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