HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara
- City
- Goalpara
- State
- Assam
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹12.6L – ₹27.0L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Goalpara — 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 19+ years.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara in Goalpara, Assam is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara, established 2007, is a senior secondary campus in Goalpara, Assam — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the HOD English 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. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.6 LPA – ₹27.0 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. Submit your application on this page and PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD English roles in Goalpara.
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.
What is the average HOD English salary in Goalpara?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Goalpara. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara
- Founded
- 2007
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHIV PRAKASH SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 200057
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Goalpara is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Goalpara, Assam.
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