HOD English
at Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong · West Sikkim · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
- City
- West Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 25 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in West Sikkim — snapshot
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HOD English
at Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
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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, Pelling- Chumpong invites applications for a HOD English in West Sikkim, Sikkim. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong, established 1948, is a secondary school in West Sikkim, Sikkim — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.6 LPA – ₹16.4 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. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (West Sikkim), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
Key facts about Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong
- Founded
- 1948
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- PAWAN KUMAR SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 1820212
Govt. Secondary School, Pelling- Chumpong is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1948, located in West Sikkim, Sikkim.
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