HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Sarvottam Academy
- City
- Barnala
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Barnala — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Languages
at Sarvottam Academy
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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
Sarvottam Academy is hiring a HOD Languages in Barnala, Punjab. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Sarvottam Academy in Barnala, Punjab operates as a senior secondary school, established 1999, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD Languages 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. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.0 LPA – ₹13.1 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 on this page and Sarvottam Academy will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a HOD Languages 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.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Languages 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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Where exactly is Sarvottam Academy located?
The school is in Barnala, Punjab. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Languages job?
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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sarvottam Academy
Key facts about Sarvottam Academy
- Founded
- 1999
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RUPINDER KAUR
- Affiliation #
- 1630408
Sarvottam Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Barnala, Punjab.
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