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HOD English

₹8.7L – ₹14L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 7 Sept
Hooghly, West Bengalfull-timePosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
H. M. Education Centre
City
Hooghly
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹14L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Hooghly — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.7L
per year
Typical
₹11.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

H. M. Education Centre in Hooghly, West Bengal is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About H. M. Education Centre: a senior secondary institution in Hooghly, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1965,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.7 LPA – ₹14.3 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the H. M. Education Centre hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

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

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — H. M. Education Centre"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why H. M. Education Centre and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

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.

How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Who fits

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About the school

H. M. Education Centre

Key facts about H. M. Education Centre

Key facts
Founded
1965
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SONITA ROY
Affiliation #
2430188
Address
HINDMOTOR, HOOGHLY - 712233, Hindmotor, Hooghly, West Bengal, 712233

H. M. Education Centre is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1965, located in Hooghly, West Bengal.

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