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HOD Languages

₹11L – ₹21L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 30 Jul 27 days left
Chennai, TamilnaducontractPosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Languages
School
Sherwood Hall SR SEC School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹11L – ₹21L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
30 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Languages salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.2L
per year
Typical
₹16.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Languages

at Sherwood Hall SR SEC School

27 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 55+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Languages at Sherwood Hall SR SEC School in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Sherwood Hall SR SEC School, established 1971, is a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Languages, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.2 LPA – ₹21.1 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Sherwood Hall SR SEC School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

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How do I apply for this HOD Languages vacancy?

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Which curriculum does the school follow?

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the salary for this HOD Languages 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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Languages job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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

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

What qualifications are required for a HOD Languages?

Most HOD Languages 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.

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About the school

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School

Key facts about Sherwood Hall SR SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1971
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
P DIVA KRISHNA
Affiliation #
1930022
Address
4 HARRINGTON ROAD 13TH AVENUE CHETPET CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, 4 Harrington Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600031

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1971, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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