HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
- City
- South Sikkim
- State
- Sikkim
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.4L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities
at Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
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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 72+ years.
Job description
Overview
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam requires a HOD Humanities in South Sikkim, Sikkim for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam in South Sikkim, Sikkim: a secondary institution, established 1954, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Context: the HOD Humanities 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.4 LPA – ₹15.7 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
Key facts about Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam
- Founded
- 1954
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BIR BAHADUR CHETTRI
- Affiliation #
- 1820146
Govt Secondary School, Salghari Sikkam is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1954, located in South Sikkim, Sikkim.
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