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HOD English

₹9.0L – ₹9.1L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Bengaluru Urban, Karnatakafull-timePosted 11d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Deffodils Foundation For Learning
City
Bengaluru Urban
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹9.1L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Bengaluru Urban — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹9.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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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

Join Deffodils Foundation For Learning in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Deffodils Foundation For Learning in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.0 LPA – ₹9.1 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Deffodils Foundation For Learning. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

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.

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

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

What is the average HOD English salary in Bengaluru Urban?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Bengaluru Urban. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Deffodils Foundation For Learning 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.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Deffodils Foundation For Learning

Key facts about Deffodils Foundation For Learning

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Sujatha Girish
Affiliation #
830870
Address
NO.6 CUBBON VIEW APARTMENT, VITTAL MALLAYA ROAD,BANGALURU-560001, No.6 Cubbon View Apartment, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, 560001

Deffodils Foundation For Learning is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka.

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