HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Kurinji School
- City
- Namakkal
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.1L – ₹18.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 27 May 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Namakkal — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Join the faculty at Kurinji School as a HOD English in Namakkal, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Kurinji School, established 2010, is a senior secondary campus in Namakkal, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. 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 (₹11.1 LPA – ₹18.6 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Kurinji School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Does Kurinji School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Namakkal 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.
Where exactly is Kurinji School located?
The school is in Namakkal, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the average HOD English salary in Namakkal?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Namakkal varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Kurinji School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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Key facts about Kurinji School
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Subramani T
- Affiliation #
- 1930373
Kurinji School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Namakkal, Tamilnadu.
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