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Head of School

₹8.9L – ₹16L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Jaipur, Rajasthanfull-timePosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
The Palace School
City
Jaipur
State
Rajasthan
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.9L – ₹16L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
27 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Jaipur — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.9L
per year
Typical
₹12.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Head of School

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a Head of School in Jaipur, Rajasthan at The Palace School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. The Palace School in Jaipur, Rajasthan is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2001,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the Head of School reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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 (₹8.9 LPA – ₹16.3 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at The Palace School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The Palace School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

What questions are asked in a Head of School interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

The Palace School

Key facts about The Palace School

Key facts
Founded
2001
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
URVASHI WARMAN
Affiliation #
1730614
Address
JALEB CHOCK, CITY PALACE, JAIPUR, Jaleb Chock, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302002

The Palace School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2001, located in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

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