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HOD Commerce

₹7.5L – ₹8.4L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Palakkad, Keralafull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Mount Hira English School
City
Palakkad
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.5L – ₹8.4L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Palakkad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.5L
per year
Typical
₹7.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹8.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Mount Hira English School

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Mount Hira English School is hiring a HOD Commerce in Palakkad, Kerala. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Mount Hira English School in Palakkad, Kerala operates as a secondary school, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD Commerce reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.5 LPA – ₹8.4 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Mount Hira English School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce?

Most HOD Commerce 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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Is English fluency required?

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

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Mount Hira English School

Key facts about Mount Hira English School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SHAMSUDHEEN K
Affiliation #
931002
Address
PATTAMBI, KONDOORKKARA P.O., PALAKKAD DIST., KERALA - 679 313, Pattambi, Palakkad, Kerala, 679313

Mount Hira English School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Palakkad, Kerala.

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