HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹24.5L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in Darjeeling — 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 49+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt in Darjeeling, West Bengal. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt, established 1977, is a senior secondary school in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹10.8 LPA – ₹24.5 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
What is the salary for this HOD English 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
What is the average HOD English salary in Darjeeling?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Darjeeling. 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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt
- Founded
- 1977
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MON BAHADUR CHETTRI
- Affiliation #
- 2400013
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sukna Sukna Distt is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1977, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
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