HOD Languages — Bishop Cotton Girls' School Opening — Bishop Cotton Girls' School, Bangalore
Bishop Cotton Girls' SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Bishop Cotton Girls' School
- School
- Bishop Cotton Girls' School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day Cum Boarding
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Bishop Cotton Girls' School, a CISCE school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD Languages.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Since its inception by the Rev. S. T. Pettigrew in 1865, Bishop Cotton Girls' School has spanned a timeline of three centuries and has consistently trained thousands of girls and empowered them to become important women. Whether they are doctors, engineers, teachers, nurses, housewives, scientists or heads of companies, the Cotton Girls are sure to make their mark. Every block of granite in our sprawling campus has a story to tell - from the vision of the founding fathers and the courage and commitment of various school principals who for decades promoted gender equality and emancipation on these sacred portals, long before. such concepts appeared. part of it became part of the collective public consciousness. At Cottons, our rich heritage of well-rounded education inspires us to achieve greater excellence and prepares our students from kindergarten through elementary and middle school for the challenges that lie ahead.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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.
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 long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
About Bishop Cotton Girls' School
Since its inception by the Rev. S. T. Pettigrew in 1865, Bishop Cotton Girls' School has spanned a timeline of three centuries and has consistently trained thousands of girls and empowered them to become important women. Whether they are doctors, engineers, teachers, nurses, housewives, scientists or heads of companies, the Cotton Girls are sure to make their mark. Every block of granite in our sprawling campus has a story to tell - from the vision of the founding fathers and the courage and commitment of various school principals who for decades promoted gender equality and emancipation on these sacred portals, long before. such concepts appeared. part of it became part of the collective public consciousness. At Cottons, our rich heritage of well-rounded education inspires us to achieve greater excellence and prepares our students from kindergarten through elementary and middle school for the challenges that lie ahead.
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