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HOD English

₹9.5L – ₹25L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 3 Aug
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Modern Indian School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.5L – ₹25L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
3 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.5L
per year
Typical
₹17.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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  • 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

Applications are open for a HOD English at Modern Indian School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: Modern Indian School in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a senior secondary setup, established 1987, — 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 English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 (₹9.5 LPA – ₹24.7 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 Modern Indian School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Modern Indian School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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About the school

Modern Indian School

Key facts about Modern Indian School

Key facts
Founded
1987
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SANDEEP VASHISHT
Affiliation #
6630044
Address
P O BOX 11870 DIBBA FUJAIRAH UAE, P O Box, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools, 284001

Modern Indian School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1987, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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