HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar
- City
- North Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹8.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Jul 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD English at Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar in North Delhi, Delhi. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar, established 1985, is a senior secondary school in North Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.1 LPA – ₹8.2 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Does Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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 this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.
What questions are asked in a HOD English 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 English roles in North Delhi.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
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Where exactly is Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar located?
The school is in North Delhi, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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- 2
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Key facts about Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar
- Founded
- 1985
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MEENA KUMARI
- Affiliation #
- 2750098
Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Nehru Vihar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1985, located in North Delhi, Delhi.
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