HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia
- City
- Gumla
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Gumla — snapshot
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HOD English
at Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia
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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.
Job description
Overview
Join Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia in Gumla, Jharkhand as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia, established 2017, runs as a senior secondary campus in Gumla, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.6 LPA – ₹19.8 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
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How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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Is school transport available for staff?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia
Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SANJAY KUMAR SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 3420223
Eklavya Model Residential School, Basia is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Gumla, Jharkhand.
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