HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Oxford International School
- City
- Pathankot
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹13.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Jul 20262 days left
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- 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 International School invites applications for a HOD Humanities in Pathankot, Punjab. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Oxford International School in Pathankot, Punjab functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. 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 (₹10.8 LPA – ₹13.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Oxford International School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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.
Does Oxford International School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Pathankot 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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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 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.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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Key facts about Oxford International School
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- AMRIT SONI
- Affiliation #
- 1631040
Oxford International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Pathankot, Punjab.
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