Head of School
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Key facts
- Role
- Head of School
- School
- V N Bengali SR SEC School
- City
- New Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Jul 2026
Head of School salary in New Delhi — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Head of School
at V N Bengali SR SEC School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 74+ years.
Job description
Overview
V N Bengali SR SEC School is hiring a Head of School in New Delhi, Delhi. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About the institution: V N Bengali SR SEC School in New Delhi, Delhi — a senior secondary setup, established 1952, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Head of School 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.3 LPA – ₹18.5 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application on this page and V N Bengali SR SEC School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
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What is the average Head of School salary in New Delhi?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Head of School pay in New Delhi 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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
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 there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
V N Bengali SR SEC School
Key facts about V N Bengali SR SEC School
- Founded
- 1952
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DEEPTI SINGH KARAKOTI
- Affiliation #
- 2774020
V N Bengali SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1952, located in New Delhi, Delhi.
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