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Head of School

at Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan · Palamu · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.7L – ₹19.5L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 29 Aug
Palamu, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 20d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Head of School
School
Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan
City
Palamu
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹19.5L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Head of School salary in Palamu — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.7L
per year
Typical
₹14.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

Immediate opening: Head of School at Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan in Palamu, Jharkhand. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan, established 1998, is a senior secondary school in Palamu, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Head of School leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.7 LPA – ₹19.5 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Can I negotiate the salary at Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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 this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.

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How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

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Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan

Key facts about Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan

Key facts
Founded
1998
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MANOHAR PANDEY
Affiliation #
3430175
Address
SCHOOL BAIRIA DALTONGANJ PALAMU JHARKHAND, School Bairia Daltonganj, Palamu, Jharkhand, 822101

Vimla Pandey Memorial Gyan Niketan is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1998, located in Palamu, Jharkhand.

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