HOD Humanities
at Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji · Amritsar · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji
- City
- Amritsar
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹7.9L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 22 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Sept 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Amritsar — snapshot
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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.
- Established school — running for 29+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji in Amritsar, Punjab as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji, established 1997, is a senior secondary school in Amritsar, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.7 LPA – ₹7.9 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Humanities job?
A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Amritsar), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji
Key facts about Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Dr. Jatinder Kumar Sharma
- Affiliation #
- 1630175
Sant Giani Gurbachan Singh Ji is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Amritsar, Punjab.
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