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HOD English

₹12L – ₹28L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 27 Jul 24 days left
Dhanbad, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Buds Garden School
City
Dhanbad
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹28L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
27 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Dhanbad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹19.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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24 days left

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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

Buds Garden School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Buds Garden School: a senior secondary institution in Dhanbad, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2009,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.5 LPA – ₹28.0 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Buds Garden School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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.

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.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Buds Garden School

Key facts about Buds Garden School

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PRAMOD KUMAR
Affiliation #
3430311
Address
DALUDIH, PO+PS-RAJGANJ, BAGHMARA, DHANBAD, JHARKHAND, Daludih, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 828113

Buds Garden School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

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