HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya
- City
- Basti
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹15.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
HOD English salary in Basti — 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.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya in Basti, Uttar Pradesh is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya in Basti, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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 (₹8.6 LPA – ₹15.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Can I negotiate the salary at Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya?
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.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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Key facts about Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR. SANJEEV KUMAR VERMA
- Affiliation #
- 2120033
Rajkiya Ashram Paddhati Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Basti, Uttar Pradesh.
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