HOD English
at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur · Paschim Medinipur · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur
- City
- Paschim Medinipur
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.4L – ₹16.5L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Paschim Medinipur — 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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- 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
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur, established 1986, is a senior secondary school in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD English, 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹12.4 LPA – ₹16.5 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application here so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English 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.
Does PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Paschim Medinipur 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 is the average HOD English salary in Paschim Medinipur?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Paschim Medinipur 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.
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.
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Role details
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SANGRAM BANERJEE
- Affiliation #
- 2400039
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal.
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