HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Oil Valley School
- City
- Tinsukia
- State
- Assam
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.5L – ₹19.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Tinsukia — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Oil Valley School is looking for a HOD English in Tinsukia, Assam to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Oil Valley School, established 1993, is a senior secondary school in Tinsukia, Assam — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.5 LPA – ₹19.4 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Oil Valley School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Oil Valley School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average HOD English salary in Tinsukia?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Tinsukia 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
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.
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.
Does Oil Valley School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Tinsukia 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.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Oil Valley School
- Founded
- 1993
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BIJOY SANKAR BARUAH
- Affiliation #
- 230034
Oil Valley School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1993, located in Tinsukia, Assam.
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