HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School
- City
- Siliguri
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹21.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Siliguri — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
State-board private schools sit at the lower end; government schools follow published pay scales.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 38+ years.
Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a HOD English at Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School in Siliguri, West Bengal. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School in Siliguri, West Bengal operates as a senior secondary school, established 1988, — a State Board-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.0 LPA – ₹21.3 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School located?
The school is in Siliguri, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
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.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Bagdogra Sister Nivedita English School
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 35:1
At bagdogra sister nivedita English school we believe that our children are potentially divine and they will acquire a state of readiness and a senes of timing students need to be exposed to a range of teaching and learning styles so that they come to recognise their own best learning situation. The school endeavors to prepare each student for academic, social and personal success.It endeavors to create a community of empowered and diverse learners striving to become global cittzen in an atmospheres of mutual respect,understandings and trustThe school has come up through a couple of decade ago and with a sense of dedication, discipline and social commitment and with loving care of the founder and untiring efforts of the teaching staff,the school has archived the heights, where it is standing today,since its birth in 1998.The school is governed by the executive committee of Bagdogra sister Nivedita English school society.The school has a strength of 400 students coming from for off places
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