HOD English

We are looking for a HOD English to join Sahyadri Central School in Kollam, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About the institution: Sahyadri Central School in Kollam, Kerala — a secondary setup, established 2008, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. What we offer:
• Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.9 LPA – ₹16.6 LPA).
• Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
• Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
• A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
• Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sahyadri Central School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.