HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag
- City
- Paschim Bardhaman
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹12.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Paschim Bardhaman — snapshot
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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
Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag has opened applications for a HOD English in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal: a secondary institution, established 2021, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.9 LPA – ₹12.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Paschim Bardhaman.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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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.
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How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag
- Founded
- 2021
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BIJAYA DUTTA
- Affiliation #
- 2430461
Hem Sheela Model School Dhandabag is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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