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HOD English

at Cambridge Global School · Kangra · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.3L – ₹10.4L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 26 Jul 22 days left
Kangra, Himachal PradeshcontractPosted 45d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Cambridge Global School
City
Kangra
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.3L – ₹10.4L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Kangra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.3L
per year
Typical
₹9.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹10.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Cambridge Global School is recruiting a HOD English in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Cambridge Global School, established 2017, is a secondary campus in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.3 LPA – ₹10.4 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Cambridge Global School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD English salary in Kangra?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Kangra. 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 qualifications are required for a HOD English?

Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

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.

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 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.

Can I negotiate the salary at Cambridge Global School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

Where exactly is Cambridge Global School located?

The school is in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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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Cambridge Global School

Key facts about Cambridge Global School

Key facts
Founded
2017
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Shiwani Thakur
Affiliation #
630251
Address
VILLAGE CHULLA P.O. BAIRGHATT TEH. PALAMPUR DISTT KANGRA, Chulla P.o. Bairghatt, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, 176073

Cambridge Global School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh.

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