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HOD English

at Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur · Puducherry · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.7L – ₹12.2L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 15 Jul 10 days left
Puducherry, Puducherryfull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹12.2L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Puducherry — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.7L
per year
Typical
₹9.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur

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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

Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur invites applications for a HOD English in Puducherry, Puducherry. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. About Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur: a senior secondary institution in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1962,. 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. 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. 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 (₹7.7 LPA – ₹12.2 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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 Puducherry.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

What qualifications are required for a HOD English?

Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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About the school

Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur

Key facts about Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur

Key facts
Founded
1962
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SIVAKUMAR R
Affiliation #
2920098
Address
VILLIANUR, PUDUCHERRY, Villianur, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605110

Kannagi Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Villianur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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