Dean
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Key facts
- Role
- Dean
- School
- The Indian Heritage School
- City
- Pathankot
- State
- punjab-boarding-schools pathankot
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹29L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 25 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Aug 2026
Dean salary in Pathankot — snapshot
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Dean
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Established school — running for 20+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Indian Heritage School requires a Dean in Pathankot, punjab-boarding-schools pathankot for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. The Indian Heritage School in Pathankot, punjab-boarding-schools pathankot functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the Dean owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.6 LPA – ₹29.1 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for The Indian Heritage School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current 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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What is the average Dean salary in Pathankot?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Dean pay in Pathankot varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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.
How do I make a resume for a CISCE Dean job?
A CISCE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
The Indian Heritage School
Key facts about The Indian Heritage School
- Founded
- 2006
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
Established in 2006, our school is spread across an expansive 35-acre campus, providing a perfect blend of natural beauty and state-of-the-art facilities for holistic education. Nestled in the tranquil surroundings of Bungal, Pathankot, The Indian Heritage School is a premier private, co-educational institution dedicated to excellence in education since its establishment in 2006. Spread across a sprawling 35-acre campus, our school is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) and offers a curriculum designed to shape well-rounded, global citizens.
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