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HOD English

at DAV Public School · Pakur · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.0L – ₹12.0L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 6 Jul 2 days left
Pakur, JharkhandcontractPosted 45d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
DAV Public School
City
Pakur
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹12.0L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
6 Jul 20263 days left
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Pakur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.0L
per year
Typical
₹10.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.0L
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.
  • Established school — running for 28+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

DAV Public School in Pakur, Jharkhand is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. School profile: DAV Public School in Pakur, Jharkhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1998, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹8.0 LPA – ₹12.0 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. Submit your application here so DAV Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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About the school

DAV Public School

Key facts about DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
1998
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BISWADEEP CHAKRABORTY
Affiliation #
3430152
Address
GOKULPUR PAKUR DISTT PAKUR JHARKHAND, Gokulpur Distt, Pakur, Jharkhand, 816107

DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1998, located in Pakur, Jharkhand.

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