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HOD English

₹10L – ₹27L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 18 Jul 15 days left
Ranchi, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 43d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
DAV Public School
City
Ranchi
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹27L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
21 May 2026
Closing date
18 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Ranchi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹18.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at DAV Public School

15 days left

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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

DAV Public School requires a HOD English in Ranchi, Jharkhand for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. DAV Public School in Ranchi, Jharkhand is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1990,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.4 LPA – ₹26.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with DAV Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What qualifications are required for a HOD English?

Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — DAV Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why DAV Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

What is the salary for this HOD English 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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
1990
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Pradeep Kumar Jha
Affiliation #
3430103
Address
GANDHI NAGAR CCL RANCHI JHARKHAND, Gandhi Nagar Ccl, Ranchi, Jharkhand, 834008

DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Ranchi, Jharkhand.

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