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HOD English

₹12L – ₹22L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Leh, Ladakhfull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Government High School Hunder
City
Leh
State
Ladakh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
1 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Leh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.8L
per year
Typical
₹17.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.3L
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

Applications are open for a HOD English at Government High School Hunder in Leh, Ladakh. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Government High School Hunder in Leh, Ladakh functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1926,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.8 LPA – ₹22.2 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Government High School Hunder reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

What is the average HOD English salary in Leh?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Leh. 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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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.

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

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

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Who fits

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Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Government High School Hunder

Key facts about Government High School Hunder

Key facts
Founded
1926
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Tsering yangchan
Affiliation #
3720171
Address
LEH , LADAKH, Leh, Ladakh, 194401

Government High School Hunder is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1926, located in Leh, Ladakh.

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