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HOD English

₹11L – ₹25L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 22 Jul 19 days left
Agra, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Simpkins School
City
Agra
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹25L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
26 May 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Agra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.9L
per year
Typical
₹17.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Simpkins School

19 days left

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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

An opening for a HOD English in Agra, Uttar Pradesh at Simpkins School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About the institution: Simpkins School in Agra, Uttar Pradesh — a senior secondary setup, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹10.9 LPA – ₹25.0 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Simpkins School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Simpkins School

Key facts about Simpkins School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NEETA GARG
Affiliation #
2130149
Address
MARUTI ESTATE BODLA ROAD NEW SHAHGANJ AGRA UTTAR PRADESH, Maruti Estate Bodla, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, 282010

Simpkins School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.

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