Cambridge School is hiring a HOD English — Cambridge School in Delhi
Cambridge SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — Cambridge School
- School
- Cambridge School
- City
- Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 9–11 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Cambridge School, a CBSE school in Delhi, is hiring a HOD English.
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 Cambridge School was founded on April 7, 1931 in a small apartment on Kutub Road, Delhi. It quickly moved to 21 daryaganj, and as it grew, it moved to 2 daryaganj. In the 1940s, it became one of the leading schools in the city. In 1950, a boarding school named Shishu Niketan was established in Mussoorie and later moved to Dehra Dun under the name of Raja Rammohan Roy Academy. The Delhi Cambridge School-so named because it was the first school to send students to take the advanced Cambridge exam-has its own campus in Srinivaspri. The cornerstone of this building was designed by the famous architect Cyrus Jhabvala, and the foundation stone was laid 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
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.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
About Cambridge School
The Cambridge School was founded on April 7, 1931 in a small apartment on Kutub Road, Delhi. It quickly moved to 21 daryaganj, and as it grew, it moved to 2 daryaganj. In the 1940s, it became one of the leading schools in the city. In 1950, a boarding school named Shishu Niketan was established in Mussoorie and later moved to Dehra Dun under the name of Raja Rammohan Roy Academy. The Delhi Cambridge School-so named because it was the first school to send students to take the advanced Cambridge exam-has its own campus in Srinivaspri. The cornerstone of this building was designed by the famous architect Cyrus Jhabvala, and the foundation stone was laid 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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