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HOD English

₹10L – ₹24L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 30d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Shivam School
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹24L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 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
₹10.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Shivam School

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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

Immediate opening: HOD English at Shivam School in Patna, Bihar. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Shivam School, established 1998, runs as a senior secondary campus in Patna, Bihar — 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. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.2 LPA – ₹24.1 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Shivam School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this HOD English 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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Shivam 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.

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 background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

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

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

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Shivam School

Key facts about Shivam School

Key facts
Founded
1998
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAMAKANT CHOUBEY
Affiliation #
330082
Address
BIHATA P S & P O BIHTA PATNA BIHAR, Bihata P S, Patna, Bihar, 831004

Shivam School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1998, located in Patna, Bihar.

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