HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Govt SEC School, Uttarey
- City
- West Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
HOD Languages
at Govt SEC School, Uttarey
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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 81+ years.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a HOD Languages to join Govt SEC School, Uttarey in West Sikkim, Sikkim. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About Govt SEC School, Uttarey: a senior secondary institution in West Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1945,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD Languages 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.8 LPA – ₹16.5 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Govt SEC School, Uttarey. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Govt SEC School, Uttarey follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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
- 1
Govt SEC School, Uttarey
Key facts about Govt SEC School, Uttarey
- Founded
- 1945
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MAN KUMARI SUBBA
- Affiliation #
- 1820061
Govt SEC School, Uttarey is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1945, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.
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