HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Army Public School
- City
- Patiala
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Patiala — snapshot
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HOD Languages
at Army Public School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 41+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD Languages at Army Public School in Patiala, Punjab. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: Army Public School in Patiala, Punjab — a senior secondary setup, established 1985, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Role: as HOD Languages, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹18.7 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Army Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Languages role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Languages application — Army Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Army Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Army Public School
Key facts about Army Public School
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Sita Ram
- Affiliation #
- 1680010
Army Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in Patiala, Punjab.
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