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HOD English

at Buddha Public School · Lucknow · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10.3L – ₹27.1L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Lucknow, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Buddha Public School
City
Lucknow
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10.3L – ₹27.1L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Lucknow — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.3L
per year
Typical
₹18.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Buddha Public School

Send your CV as a PDF. A short cover note in the email body helps.

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

Buddha Public School has opened applications for a HOD English in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About the institution: Buddha Public School in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 2000, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.2 LPA – ₹27.1 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Buddha Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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 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.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Buddha Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

What is the average HOD English salary in Lucknow?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Lucknow. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

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About the school

Buddha Public School

Key facts about Buddha Public School

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
40:1
Address
Nh 28c, Tendawa Basantpur, Lucknow, Nh 28c, Tendawa Basantpur, Lucknow, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, 226019

Buddha Public School, came into inception on 09 July, 2000, Sunday. The foundation stone of the school was laid by Hon’ble Shri Praveen Chandra Sharma, I.A.S., Principal Secretary, Education, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh in the presence of Dr. Om Prakash, I.A.S., Secretary, Panchayati Raj, Uttar Pradesh.

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