HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Govt. Sec. School
- City
- Lakshadweep
- State
- Lakshadweep
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Jul 20265 days left
HOD Humanities salary in Lakshadweep — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Humanities
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- 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 the faculty at Govt. Sec. School as a HOD Humanities in Lakshadweep, Lakshadweep. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Govt. Sec. School in Lakshadweep, Lakshadweep is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1964,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.1 LPA – ₹12.9 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Govt. Sec. School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
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Can I negotiate the salary at Govt. Sec. School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Where exactly is Govt. Sec. School located?
The school is in Lakshadweep, Lakshadweep. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
What is the average HOD Humanities salary in Lakshadweep?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Humanities roles in Lakshadweep. 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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Govt. Sec. School
Key facts about Govt. Sec. School
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Subaidabi CP
- Affiliation #
- 3220007
Govt. Sec. School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Lakshadweep, Lakshadweep.
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