Head of Residential Life
A Rare Opportunity to Shape Student Life in the Himalaya
An Extraordinary Opportunity
Know students deeply. Build a culture of belonging. Help young people flourish.
Woodstock School seeks an exceptional educational leader to serve as Head of Residential Life and oversee one of the most important aspects of the school’s mission: creating a safe, supportive, engaging, and transformative boarding experience for every student.
The Head of Residential Life provides strategic leadership for all aspects of the boarding programme, including student wellbeing, safeguarding, staff leadership, residential programming, operations, and community culture. Working closely with the Vice Principal, Academic Heads, Counselling Team, Health Centre, and operational departments, this individual helps ensure that boarding remains a place where students feel known, supported,
challenged, and cared for.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for a passionate and experienced boarding leader to shape the lives of young people from around the world while contributing to one of Asia’s leading international boarding schools.
For full details about the role, including the position overview, key responsibilities, qualifications and appointment details, please download the Position Profile here.
Candidates are invited to submit:
• A letter of interest describing your interest in the role and alignment with Woodstock’s mission
• A current curriculum vitae or résumé
• A statement of educational leadership philosophy
• Contact information for three professional references
Applications should be submitted here: Woodstock School Careers | Current Vacancies.
For inquiries about the position or application process, please contact us at: DirectorHR@woodstock.ac.in
Preferred Start Date: February 1, 2027. Flexible for the right candidate.
Woodstock is undertaking an exciting period of strategic transformation, marked by organizational restructuring and a significant opportunity to redesign and enhance the school’s educational experience. To support this vision, several new leadership positions have been created, which will bring together a newly formed team charged with shaping the future of the school. For leaders who are energised by innovation, collaboration, and meaningful impact, this is a rare chance to help define a bold future for Woodstock in one of the world’s most remarkable educational settings.
