HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi
- City
- South West A
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹7.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in South West A — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi is hiring a HOD English in South West A, Delhi. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi in South West A, Delhi functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as HOD English, 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.2 LPA – ₹7.9 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
What is the average HOD English salary in South West A?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in South West A varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Where exactly is Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi located?
The school is in South West A, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-12
- Students
- 2,906
- Staff
- 24
Army Public School, Shankar Vihar, Mahipalpur, New Delhi is a private unaided (recognized), located in South West A, Delhi, offering 1-12. The campus serves around 2,906 students with a teaching and support team of about 24. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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