HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School
- City
- Purulia
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹8.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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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
Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School in Purulia, West Bengal is seeking a HOD Humanities who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School in Purulia, West Bengal is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1989,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.5 LPA – ₹8.3 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School located?
The school is in Purulia, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Humanities listing is usually welcome.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
Does Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Public School
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 13:1
To Cherish Sweet of Shri Gobind Ram Kataruka, a great Philanthropist, “GOBIND RAM KATARUKA CHARITY TRUST” resolved to establish an English Medium Residential Public school at Purulia. The dream project of Gobind Ram Kataruka Charity Trust came true with the establishment of the Gobind Ram Kataruka DAV Residential Public School at Purulia in July, 198
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