HOD Languages
at S D Jain Modern School · Surat · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- S D Jain Modern School
- City
- Surat
- State
- Gujarat
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Surat — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Languages
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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
Applications are open for a HOD Languages at S D Jain Modern School in Surat, Gujarat. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. S D Jain Modern School in Surat, Gujarat is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Languages 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.6 LPA – ₹13.0 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at S D Jain Modern School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
S D Jain Modern School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Surat run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
What is the average HOD Languages salary in Surat?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Languages roles in Surat. 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.
Where exactly is S D Jain Modern School located?
The school is in Surat, Gujarat. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at S D Jain Modern School?
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
S D Jain Modern School
Key facts about S D Jain Modern School
- Founded
- 1999
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHETAN DALWALA
- Affiliation #
- 430048
S D Jain Modern School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Surat, Gujarat.
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