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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹18L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 22 Jul 19 days left
Leh, LadakhcontractPosted 42d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya
City
Leh
State
Ladakh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Leh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.0L
per year
Typical
₹14.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at Kendriya Vidyalaya

19 days left

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Kendriya Vidyalaya is recruiting a HOD Humanities in Leh, Ladakh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About the institution: Kendriya Vidyalaya in Leh, Ladakh — a secondary setup, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.0 LPA – ₹17.8 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Kendriya Vidyalaya instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

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

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

Is English fluency required?

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

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Role details

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About the school

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Phuntsog Wangial
Affiliation #
3700003
Address
NUBRA (DISKIT) DISTT LEH(LADAKH), Nubra (diskit) Distt, Leh, Ladakh, 194401

Kendriya Vidyalaya is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Leh, Ladakh.

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