HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Oxford High School
- City
- Anantnag
- State
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹11.2L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Anantnag — 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
Oxford High School in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir is inviting applications for a HOD Commerce. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. School profile: Oxford High School in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the HOD Commerce is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹7.7 LPA – ₹11.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Oxford High School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Commerce listing is usually welcome.
What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Oxford High School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Oxford High School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Oxford High School
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-10
- Students
- 352
- Staff
- 12
Oxford High School is a private unaided (recognized), located in Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir, offering 1-10. The campus serves around 352 students with a teaching and support team of about 12. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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