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HOD Humanities

₹8.4L – ₹20L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Brightland School
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.4L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Lucknow — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.4L
per year
Typical
₹14.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

An opening for a HOD Humanities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh at Brightland School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About Brightland School: a senior secondary institution in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2012,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.4 LPA – ₹19.9 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Brightland School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Brightland School

Key facts about Brightland School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Shalu Kapoor
Affiliation #
2132557
Address
NAVIKOT, NANDANA, BAKSHI KA TALAB, SITAPUR ROAD, LUCKNOW, Navikot, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 227202

Brightland School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

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