Chess Coach — Wellington College International Opening — Wellington College International, Pune
Wellington College InternationalKey facts
- Role
- Chess Coach — Wellington College International
- School
- Wellington College International
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹6.4L – ₹8.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Wellington College International, a IB Board school in Pune, is hiring a Chess Coach.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan training sessions and conditioning programmes
- Coach students for inter-school tournaments
- Maintain equipment and safety standards
- Identify and develop young talent
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Certification in the sport from a recognised body; coaching experience preferred
About the school: In September 2023 Wellington College announced the opening of the first of the premium Wellington College schools in India in partnership with Mr. Anuj Aggarwal, co-owner of Wellington College India and the Unison Group, and his brother Amit Aggarwal. Nestled at the banks of the Mula-Mutha River in Pune at Kharadi (Wagholi), Wellington College Pune enjoys a lush, serene, and inspiring campus and is intended to be the first of several schools planned across India from this strong partnership. Wellington College International Pune is a coeducational day and boarding school for ages 2-18, within a campus designed by award-winning British architects. The school will follow the English National Curriculum culminating in the IB Diploma. WCI Pune will also offer unparalleled facilities and excellence in sports, music, and the arts.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
Wellington College International follows the IB curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What qualifications are required for a Chess Coach — Wellington College International?
Most Chess Coach — Wellington College International roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
About Wellington College International
In September 2023 Wellington College announced the opening of the first of the premium Wellington College schools in India in partnership with Mr. Anuj Aggarwal, co-owner of Wellington College India and the Unison Group, and his brother Amit Aggarwal. Nestled at the banks of the Mula-Mutha River in Pune at Kharadi (Wagholi), Wellington College Pune enjoys a lush, serene, and inspiring campus and is intended to be the first of several schools planned across India from this strong partnership. Wellington College International Pune is a coeducational day and boarding school for ages 2-18, within a campus designed by award-winning British architects. The school will follow the English National Curriculum culminating in the IB Diploma. WCI Pune will also offer unparalleled facilities and excellence in sports, music, and the arts.
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