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HOD Humanities

at Government Senior Secondary School Shillai · Sirmaur · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.5L – ₹19.0L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Sirmaur, Himachal PradeshcontractPosted 24d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Government Senior Secondary School Shillai
City
Sirmaur
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12.5L – ₹19.0L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Sirmaur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.5L
per year
Typical
₹15.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD Humanities at Government Senior Secondary School Shillai

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 40+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Government Senior Secondary School Shillai in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Government Senior Secondary School Shillai, established 1986, is a senior secondary campus in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹19.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Government Senior Secondary School Shillai academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

Where exactly is Government Senior Secondary School Shillai located?

The school is in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Sirmaur.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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About the school

Government Senior Secondary School Shillai

Key facts about Government Senior Secondary School Shillai

Key facts
Founded
1986
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAMA SHARMA
Affiliation #
620279
Address
VPO SHILLAI, TEHSIL SHILLAI, DISTRICT SIRMAUR, Vpo Shillai, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, 173027

Government Senior Secondary School Shillai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh.

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