Delhi: Head of School — Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School Job at Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School

Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School
Delhi, Delhifull-time₹9.8L – ₹13L / yrCBSE9–12 yrs expPosted 11d ago

Key facts

Role
Head of School — Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School
School
Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School
City
Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.8L – ₹13L per year
Experience
9–12 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1986

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Job description

Overview

Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Head of School — Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 40+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School, a CBSE school in Delhi, 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: Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Saket, Delhi.

What you'll handle as a Head of School — Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School

Teach senior-secondary classes (XI–XII), prepare students for board exams, set and moderate question papers, and mentor career-stage students.

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Delhi

Delhi has the largest concentration of CBSE schools in India and an active teacher network — strong base for career growth in K-12 education.

Common questions about this role

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions 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.

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.

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 is the salary for this Head of School — Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

About Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School

Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Delhi, Delhi.

Vidya Niketan Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Saket, Delhi.

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