HOD Humanities
at Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt · Amritsar · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt
- City
- Amritsar
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.4L – ₹22.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
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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
An opening for a HOD Humanities in Amritsar, Punjab at Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt in Amritsar, Punjab is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as HOD Humanities, 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.4 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Amritsar run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Amritsar.
How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?
Most HOD Humanities roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
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Key facts about Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-5
- Students
- 40
- Staff
- 8
Saraswati Vidhya Niketan Primary School,Amritsar Cantt is a private unaided (recognized), located in Amritsar, Punjab, offering 1-5. The campus serves around 40 students with a teaching and support team of about 8. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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