HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Disha A Life School
- City
- Coimbatore
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11.7L – ₹25.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 34+ years.
Job description
Overview
Disha A Life School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu is seeking a HOD Humanities who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. About Disha A Life School in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu: a senior secondary institution, established 1992, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities 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. 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 (₹11.7 LPA – ₹25.8 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Disha A Life School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Disha A Life School located?
The school is in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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?
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
Does Disha A Life School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Coimbatore offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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 the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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Key facts about Disha A Life School
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Disha A Life School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1992, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.
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