HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Sainik School
- City
- Amethi
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.5L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 31 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Amethi — snapshot
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HOD Humanities
at Sainik School
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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
Sainik School in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a HOD Humanities. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Sainik School in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2020,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Context: the HOD Humanities 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.5 LPA – ₹13.7 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sainik School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
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.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Sainik School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sainik School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sainik School
Key facts about Sainik School
- Founded
- 2020
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 9:1
The school is located in a sprawling 50 acres of land, approximately seven kilometres away from the hustle and bustle of Gauriganj town amidst lush green fields. Gauriganj is the Administrative Headquarter of Amethi District. Gauriganj is about 126 kilometres from state capital Lucknow and is accessible by road and rail links. It provides the ideal, natural backdrop for nascent minds and growing children.
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