HOD Languages — Primrose School Opening — Primrose School, Chennai
Primrose SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Primrose School
- School
- Primrose School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹11L per year
- Experience
- 8–12 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Languages — Primrose School at Primrose School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: ICSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Primrose School, a ICSE school in Chennai, is hiring a HOD Languages.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Primrose School is a ICSE Day School in Injambakkam, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — Primrose School
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
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.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages — Primrose School?
Most HOD Languages — Primrose School 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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
About Primrose School
Primrose School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Primrose School is a ICSE Day School in Injambakkam, Chennai.
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