HOD English
at Marygiri English Medium School · Kannur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
Apply in ~90 seconds. Sign in or create a profile during apply.
Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Marygiri English Medium School
- City
- Kannur
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.5L – ₹23.2L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Sept 2026
HOD English salary in Kannur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Apply for HOD English at Marygiri English Medium School
Contact the school directly using the details below.
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 Marygiri English Medium School in Kannur, Kerala as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Marygiri English Medium School in Kannur, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.5 LPA – ₹23.2 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Marygiri English Medium School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Marygiri English Medium School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average HOD English salary in Kannur?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Kannur 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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Marygiri English Medium School?
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Does Marygiri English Medium School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Kannur 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
More roles like this
Teachers who saved this also saved
Marygiri English Medium School
Key facts about Marygiri English Medium School
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BRO. REGY SCARIA
- Affiliation #
- 930253
Marygiri English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Kannur, Kerala.
See all school jobs →Working at Marygiri English Medium School
Where this school is
Career path
Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kannur.