HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Siddhartha Modern School
- City
- Saharanpur
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Aug 2026
HOD English
at Siddhartha Modern School
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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 20+ years.
Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a HOD English at Siddhartha Modern School in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Siddhartha Modern School in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2006,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.7 LPA – ₹19.4 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Siddhartha Modern School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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What is the leave policy?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Siddhartha Modern School
Key facts about Siddhartha Modern School
- Founded
- 2006
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NIRUPAMA DHIMAN
- Affiliation #
- 2132956
Siddhartha Modern School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
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