HOD Commerce — Cambridge Primary School Vacancy at Cambridge Primary School, Delhi
Cambridge Primary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce — Cambridge Primary School
- School
- Cambridge Primary School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Cambridge Primary School, a CBSE school in Delhi, is hiring a HOD Commerce.
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: The Delhi Cambridge School-named because it was the first school to send students to the Cambridge final exam-has its own campus in Srinivaspri. The cornerstone of this building was designed by the famous architect Cyrus Jhabvala and laid the foundation stone in 1961 by the Vice President of India, Dr. Anderson. Laid by S. Radhakrishnan; the building was unveiled by Smt. In 1963, Indira Gandhi was then Minister of Information and Broadcasting.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
About Cambridge Primary School
The Delhi Cambridge School-named because it was the first school to send students to the Cambridge final exam-has its own campus in Srinivaspri. The cornerstone of this building was designed by the famous architect Cyrus Jhabvala and laid the foundation stone in 1961 by the Vice President of India, Dr. Anderson. Laid by S. Radhakrishnan; the building was unveiled by Smt. In 1963, Indira Gandhi was then Minister of Information and Broadcasting.
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