HOD English
at CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IB Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹10.4L – ₹26.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Chennai — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
IB schools typically pay 25-40% above the CBSE median for the same experience.
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Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is a senior secondary institution — a IB-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹10.4 LPA – ₹26.7 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Can I negotiate the salary at CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (IB) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
IB schools regularly fund official workshops (IB Category 1/2/3 or Cambridge PD) for full-time teachers. Internal weekly PD sessions are also common.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about CPS Global School, SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai
- Board
- IB Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
A leading international schools group is committed to excellence in independent education for children aged 3-19 years. Offering two of the most competitive and holistic international curricula, CIE and IB Diploma Programme, CPS Global School aims to nurture students to adapt to, deal with, and even welcome an ever changing and increasingly globalised environment.
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