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HOD English

at High School Tia · Leh · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.7L – ₹18L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 7 Aug
Leh, Ladakhfull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
High School Tia
City
Leh
State
Ladakh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.7L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
7 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Leh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.7L
per year
Typical
₹13.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at High School Tia

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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

High School Tia is recruiting a HOD English in Leh, Ladakh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About High School Tia: a secondary institution in Leh, Ladakh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1959,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.7 LPA – ₹17.7 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for High School Tia. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at High School Tia?

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.

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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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.

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Who fits

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About the school

High School Tia

Key facts about High School Tia

Key facts
Founded
1959
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
KULSUM BANO
Affiliation #
3720169
Address
LEH, UT LADAKH, Leh, Ladakh, 194106

High School Tia is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1959, located in Leh, Ladakh.

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