HOD Humanities
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 Humanities
- 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
- ₹9.7L – ₹13.4L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 23 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Sept 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Paschim Medinipur — snapshot
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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
We are looking for a HOD Humanities to join PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 2, Railway Settlement P.o. Kharagpur, established 1986, is a senior secondary campus in Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.7 LPA – ₹13.4 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. 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
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
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.
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.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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