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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹15L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 14 Jul 11 days left
Kapurthala, Punjabfull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Sainik School
City
Kapurthala
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹15L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
21 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026
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HOD Humanities

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Sainik School in Kapurthala, Punjab is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. School profile: Sainik School in Kapurthala, Punjab — a senior secondary setup, established 1961, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as HOD Humanities, 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. 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 (₹11.6 LPA – ₹15.5 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Sainik School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Sainik School

Key facts about Sainik School

Key facts
Founded
1961
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Gp Capt Madhu Sengar
Affiliation #
1680001
Address
DISTT KAPURTHALA PUNJAB, Distt, Kapurthala, Punjab, 144601

Sainik School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1961, located in Kapurthala, Punjab.

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