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HOD English

at Delhi Public Secondary School · Balaghat · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹15L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Balaghat, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 22d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Delhi Public Secondary School
City
Balaghat
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Balaghat — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹13.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Delhi Public Secondary School

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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

Delhi Public Secondary School in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Delhi Public Secondary School, established 2018, is a secondary campus in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.5 LPA – ₹15.0 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Delhi Public Secondary School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full 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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

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About the school

Delhi Public Secondary School

Key facts about Delhi Public Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
2018
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SHWETA SACHDEVA
Affiliation #
1031249
Address
DPS SCHOOL GONDIA GOAD VILLAGE KHURSODI BALAGHAT, DPS School Gondia, Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, 481001

Delhi Public Secondary School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh.

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