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HOD English

at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora · Bandipora · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.6L – ₹25.4L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Bandipora, Jammu & KashmircontractPosted 23d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora
City
Bandipora
State
Jammu & Kashmir
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹25.4L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Bandipora — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹17L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora is hiring a HOD English in Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora, established 2020, is a secondary campus in Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.6 LPA – ₹25.4 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora. 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?

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Bandipora), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

Does Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Bandipora offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Can I negotiate the salary at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora?

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 will I know if my application is being reviewed?

Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.

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

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora located?

The school is in Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora

Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora

Key facts
Founded
2020
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Tejinder Paul Singh Saundh
Affiliation #
740151
Address
MADAR BANDIPORA, MADAR BANDIPORA, Madar Bandipora, Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir, 193502

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Bandipora is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Bandipora, Jammu & Kashmir.

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