HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School
- City
- Gurdaspur
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹27.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Sept 2026
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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 46+ years.
Job description
Overview
Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School is recruiting a HOD English in Gurdaspur, Punjab. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. School profile: Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School in Gurdaspur, Punjab — a senior secondary setup, established 1980, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.8 LPA – ₹27.8 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application on this page and Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
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.
Does Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD English listing is usually welcome.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School
- Founded
- 1980
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BINDU BHALLA
- Affiliation #
- 1630054
Rattan Dai Khosla DAV Model Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1980, located in Gurdaspur, Punjab.
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