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HOD English

at School Of Enlightenment · Patna · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.4L – ₹13L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 28 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
School Of Enlightenment
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.4L – ₹13L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
28 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Patna — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.4L
per year
Typical
₹11.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at School Of Enlightenment

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

School Of Enlightenment is hiring a HOD English in Patna, Bihar. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. School Of Enlightenment in Patna, Bihar operates as a senior secondary school, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.4 LPA – ₹13.1 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for School Of Enlightenment. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at School Of Enlightenment?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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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 Patna.

Where exactly is School Of Enlightenment located?

The school is in Patna, Bihar. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What is the average HOD English salary in Patna?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD English roles in Patna. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

School Of Enlightenment

Key facts about School Of Enlightenment

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MANISH KUMAR
Affiliation #
331077
Address
BARIYA, GOPALPUR, Bariya, Patna, Bihar, 800007

School Of Enlightenment is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Patna, Bihar.

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