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HOD English

at Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary · West Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.8L – ₹20L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 12 Aug
West Delhi, DelhicontractPosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary
City
West Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in West Delhi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹14L
per year
Senior / high
₹20L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary

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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 47+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary in West Delhi, Delhi as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary in West Delhi, Delhi — a senior secondary setup, established 1979, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.8 LPA – ₹19.6 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

Can I negotiate the salary at Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary?

Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

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.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

What is the average HOD English salary in West Delhi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in West Delhi 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.

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.

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Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary

Key facts about Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary

Key facts
Founded
1979
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANJU BHARDWAJ
Affiliation #
2730083
Address
PUBLIC SCHOOL C-BLOCK MANSAROVER GARDEN NEW DELHI, Public School C-block, West Delhi, Delhi, 110015

Guru Tegh Bahadur 3rd Centenary is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1979, located in West Delhi, Delhi.

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