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HOD Humanities

₹8.3L – ₹14L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Salem, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Sengunthar Public School
City
Salem
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.3L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Salem — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.3L
per year
Typical
₹11.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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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

Join the faculty at Sengunthar Public School as a HOD Humanities in Salem, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Sengunthar Public School, established 2014, runs as a senior secondary campus in Salem, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Humanities leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.3 LPA – ₹13.9 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Sengunthar Public School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

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?

Sengunthar Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Humanities role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Humanities application — Sengunthar Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sengunthar Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Sengunthar Public School

Key facts about Sengunthar Public School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
KARTHIK R
Affiliation #
1930663
Address
SIKKAMPATTY VILLAGE, THARAMANGALAM POST,SALEM-636502, TAMILNADU, Sikkampatty Village, Salem, Tamilnadu, 636502

Sengunthar Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Salem, Tamilnadu.

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