HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Shrewsbury International School India
- City
- Bhopal
- State
- Madhya Pradesh
- Board
- Cambridge
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.1L – ₹18.3L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Bhopal — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Cambridge/IGCSE schools usually pay 15-30% above the CBSE median.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Join Shrewsbury International School India in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh as our next HOD Commerce. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Shrewsbury International School India in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 2025, — a Cambridge / IGCSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Commerce leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹9.1 LPA – ₹18.3 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Shrewsbury International School India. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Does Shrewsbury International School India help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce 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 Commerce roles in Bhopal.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about Shrewsbury International School India
- Founded
- 2025
- Board
- Cambridge
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 8:1
Shrewsbury International School India is a senior secondary affiliated to Cambridge, established in 2025, located in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Classes follow a 8:1 student–teacher ratio.
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