HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Nalanda Vidyalaya
- City
- Rajkot
- State
- Rajkot
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11.9L – ₹12.7L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Rajkot — 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.
- Established school — running for 22+ years.
Job description
Overview
Nalanda Vidyalaya in Rajkot, Rajkot is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Nalanda Vidyalaya in Rajkot, Rajkot functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.9 LPA – ₹12.7 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Nalanda Vidyalaya. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Rajkot), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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 this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What is the average HOD English salary in Rajkot?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Rajkot 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 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.
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.
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Key facts about Nalanda Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Nalanda Vidhyalaya was founded in June 2004 by philanthropic educationalists who urged to shape the future generation with knowledge and intelligence. With decade of experience in educating the young minds, Nalanda Vidhyalaya is now renowned day-residential school in Morbi. It also serves as qualitative Science school in Morbi. Since its inception, Nalanda Vidhyalaya has supported amalgamation of Culture and Education, where they believe,
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