International Schools Partnership Careers

CBSE Head

Purpose of Role

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the CBSE section, ensuring 100% compliance with CBSE by‑laws and circulars, excellence in teaching–learning, robust examination management (internal & board), accurate and timely portal submissions (OASIS, Registration, LOC, SARAS/Affiliation), staff capability building, and high stakeholder satisfaction.

About Manthan School

Manthan is proud to be recognised as one of the leading international day schools by Education World, ranked 4th in Hyderabad and 16th across India. Families choose our international school for its strong academic record and close-knit community.

Learning at Manthan is engaging and inclusive. Curiosity drives everything we do, encouraging students to explore confidently, ask questions freely and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Students achieve excellent academic results and successful university placements while developing essential life skills.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences, and promote the well-being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Key Responsibilities

A. Academic Administration

• Annual Academic Calendar for CBSE classes
• Curriculum & Scheme of Studies implementation as per CBSE guidelines and NEP.
• Lesson plans, unit plans, and subject pacing—review and adherence.
• Classroom observations; pedagogy standards; item analysis; remedial and enrichment interventions.
• Timetable design and subject allocations; ensure contact periods, labs, and load balancing; manage workshare arrangements to avoid unnecessary hiring.

B. Internal Examinations & Assessment

• Design and supervise assessment framework (PT/ CT,Term exams, IA/SEA, practical & projects).
• Approve blueprints, question paper bank protocols, moderation rules, and result tabulations.
• Publish results; ensure promotion policy is applied fairly; handle retests/illness/casualties as per policy.

C. Board Examinations (X & XII) – End‑to‑End

• LOC submission, admit card verification, and candidate briefing.
• Practical/Project/Internal Assessment planning: schedules, examiners, lab readiness, evidence records; timely mark uploads.
• If centre school: centre readiness, confidentiality room, CCTV, invigilation rosters, conduct protocols, dispatch, UFM reporting.
• Post‑result support: verification, photocopy, revaluation windows; result analysis and improvement plans.

D. Affiliation/Extension/Upgradation

• Plan affiliation milestones 6–9 months in advance.
• Validate land & building documents, governance documents, staff norms (qualifications & salary compliance), safety certificates, infrastructure adequacy.
• Prepare teams and documentation for Virtual/On‑site inspections; address compliance gaps through action plans.

E. CBSE Compliance & Portals

• Own all CBSE portal submissions and audits:
• OASIS: school profile, staff qualifications, student strength, safety certificates, transport compliance, infrastructure, library/labs.
• SARAS / Pariksha Sangam / Affiliation Portal: fresh/extension/upgradation/section increase/switch‑over applications; fee payment; inspection readiness; document accuracy and validity.
• Registration (IX & XI) and LOC (X & XII): subject mapping, CWSN concessions, photo/spec compliance, name/DoB verification, timely submission without late fees.
• Maintain a CBSE master file (physical & digital): affiliation letters, inspection reports, safety certificates (Fire/Building/Sanitation), transport records, staff service books, training records, time tables, lab & library registers, child protection and safety records.
• Track all CBSE circulars; issue actionable instructions; update school SOPs accordingly.

F. Staff Capability & Performance

• Lead CBSE academic team meetings; set targets and review performance.
• Identify training needs; ensure CBSE/COE mandated training hours; maintain certificates.
• Mentor Subject Coordinators and HODs; succession planning for critical roles.

G. Student & Parent Engagement

• Parent orientations, exam scheme, subject choices, board readiness, dos & don’ts.
• Oversee student discipline for academic issues; approve remedials and enrichment.
• Transparent processes for subject changes, attendance shortfall, special approvals.

H. CWSN & Safeguarding

• Identify CWSN cases; obtain documentation; apply for concessions; implement approved accommodations (scribe/reader, extra time, seating).
• Ensure compliance with POCSO, Child Protection Policy, ICC (POSH), and school safeguarding procedures.

I. Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Work with Admin/Transport for safety, GPS/bus compliance, CCTV, laboratories, science consumables.
• Coordinate with IT for portal operations, data integrity, secure exam printing.
• Partner with HR on hiring as per CBSE norms, service books, police verification, and training.

J. Data, Reporting & Audits

• Maintain dashboards: attendance, results, subject performance, training compliance.
• Submit monthly/termly reports to the Principal/Management.
• Lead internal audits once per term; ensure audit traceability for 3–5 years.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline + B.Ed. (mandatory).
• Minimum 8–12 years of teaching/academic leadership experience in a school;

Skills & Competencies

• Strong academic leadership, curriculum design, assessment literacy.
• Data orientation: result analytics, dashboards, action planning.
• Excellent documentation, policy writing, and process discipline.
• Deep knowledge of CBSE bye‑laws, circulars, exam regulations, NEP provisions, Scheme of Studies.
• Stakeholder management: teachers, parents, students, inspectors.
• High integrity, confidentiality in exam conduct, and crisis management.
• Proficiency with MS Office/Excel, CBSE portals, and school ERPs.

ISP Leadership Competencies  

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.  

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.  

1. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.  

1. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion. 

1. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.  

1. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.  

1. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.  

1. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.  

1. Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.  

1. Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation. 

1. Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication. 

1. Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.  

1. Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.  

1. Planning &Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.  

1. Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively. 

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.