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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹18L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Bangalore, nanfull-timePosted 33d ago
ICSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Cathedral High School
City
Bangalore
State
nan
Board
ICSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Bangalore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹14.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.7L
per year

ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.

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HOD Humanities

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • ICSE 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

Cathedral High School is recruiting a HOD Humanities in Bangalore, nan. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Cathedral High School, established 1866, is a senior secondary campus in Bangalore, nan — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Humanities, 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹17.7 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Cathedral High School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Bangalore?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Humanities pay in Bangalore varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

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.

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Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

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About the school

Cathedral High School

Key facts about Cathedral High School

Key facts
Founded
1866
Board
ICSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
20:1
Address
63, Richmond Road, 63, Richmond Road, Bangalore, nan, 560025

Cathedral High School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1866, located in Bangalore, nan. Classes follow a 20:1 student–teacher ratio.

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