HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A
- City
- South Andaman
- State
- Andaman & Nicobar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in South Andaman — 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 English
at Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A
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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
Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A in South Andaman, Andaman & Nicobar is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A in South Andaman, Andaman & Nicobar is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1960,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹24.1 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
What is the average HOD English salary in South Andaman?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in South Andaman varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (South Andaman), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A
Key facts about Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A
- Founded
- 1960
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BALBIR SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 2520010
Govt. Secondary School, Laxmipur Nth A is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1960, located in South Andaman, Andaman & Nicobar.
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