HOD English
at Indian Public School · Purnea · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Indian Public School
- City
- Purnea
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹9.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 18 May 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Purnea — snapshot
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HOD English
at Indian Public School
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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
A vacancy has opened for a HOD English at Indian Public School in Purnea, Bihar. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Indian Public School in Purnea, Bihar functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2002,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.2 LPA – ₹9.5 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 online from this page to be considered by Indian Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Indian Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Indian Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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 this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
Where exactly is Indian Public School located?
The school is in Purnea, Bihar. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Indian Public School
Key facts about Indian Public School
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Indian Public School began its journey in 2002. It is an English medium Co-educational School, affiliated to C.B.S.E. and offers a national curriculum in an environment that fosters excellence in school life amidst wide open spaces. It also promotes the natural ability of children to learn through development of their cognitive and thinking skills.Apart from academics, IPS, Guabbagh ensures that students are provided all opportunities for honing their co-curricular inclinations through sport performing and visual arts, oratory and other creative pursuits.
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