HOD Languages — Ishat - Ul - Aloom, Poonch

Ishat - Ul - Aloom in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir is seeking a HOD Languages who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Ishat - Ul - Aloom is a senior secondary school in Poonch, Jammu & Kashmir — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Context: the HOD Languages reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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 at a glance:
• Market-aligned salary (₹11.7 LPA – ₹13.0 LPA).
• Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
• Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
• A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
• Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Ishat - Ul - Aloom. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.