HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School
- City
- Gorakhpur
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹8.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Gorakhpur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh is hiring a HOD Languages. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School, established 1986, is a senior secondary school in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD Languages, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.0 LPA – ₹8.6 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Does Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Gorakhpur offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
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.
What is the average HOD Languages salary in Gorakhpur?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Languages pay in Gorakhpur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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Role details
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Key facts about Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAJIV KUMAR SRIVASTAV
- Affiliation #
- 2130071
Saraswati Shishu Mandir Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
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