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HOD Humanities

at Darul Aman English Medium School · Palakkad · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10L – ₹15L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 9 Aug
Palakkad, Keralafull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Darul Aman English Medium School
City
Palakkad
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Palakkad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10L
per year
Typical
₹13L
per year
Senior / high
₹15L
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.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Darul Aman English Medium School has opened applications for a HOD Humanities in Palakkad, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About Darul Aman English Medium School: a senior secondary institution in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD Humanities reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.4 LPA – ₹15.2 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 Darul Aman English Medium School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Palakkad.

Can I negotiate the salary at Darul Aman English Medium 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.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Darul Aman English Medium School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Palakkad run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

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Darul Aman English Medium School

Key facts about Darul Aman English Medium School

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SAKEER
Affiliation #
930327
Address
KALLADIKODE PALAKKAD DISTT., KERALA, Kalladikode Palakkad Distt., Palakkad, Kerala, 678596

Darul Aman English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Palakkad, Kerala.

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