HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- La Martiniere For Boys
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹19.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Kolkata — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 190+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at La Martiniere For Boys as a HOD English in Kolkata, West Bengal. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. La Martiniere For Boys in Kolkata, West Bengal operates as a senior secondary school — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹8.6 LPA – ₹19.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at La Martiniere For Boys reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
What is the average HOD English salary in Kolkata?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Kolkata. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — La Martiniere For Boys"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why La Martiniere For Boys and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
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Key facts about La Martiniere For Boys
- Founded
- 1836
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 20:1
Welcome to the school with a rich legacy, heritage and a remarkable contribution to humanity. Established in 1836, La Martiniere for Boys has been imparting academic excellence as well as ensuring holistic development so that every pupil passing through its portals faces the outside world with integrity and sound character. La Martiniere For Boys is an ICSE affiliated school situated in the heart of Kolkata, on Sir U N Brahmachari Sarani, Elgin. As one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in the city, La Martiniere For Boys is known for its academic rigor, strong co-curricular program, and emphasis on character development. The school's rich history and tradition of excellence make it a highly sought-after school for parents in Kolkata.
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