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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Sivananda Centenary Boys' School
- City
- Bhubaneswar (BBSR)
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.4L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Jul 2026
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- 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.
Job description
Overview
Join Sivananda Centenary Boys' School in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Sivananda Centenary Boys' School in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 1984, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹9.4 LPA – ₹26.4 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sivananda Centenary Boys' School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Where exactly is Sivananda Centenary Boys' School located?
The school is in Bhubaneswar (BBSR), Odisha. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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 do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sivananda Centenary Boys' School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sivananda Centenary Boys' School
Key facts about Sivananda Centenary Boys' School
- Founded
- 1984
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 40:1(approx)
Welcome Sivananda Centenary Boys' School was established in the year 1984 at the foothills of the historic Khandagiri Hills situated in the Temple City of Bhubaneswar to commemorate the sacred memory of Swami Sivananda Saraswati Maharaj, Founder President of International Divine Life Society, Rishikesh, on the eve of His Birth Centenary. This school started with the choicest blessings of Swami Chidananda Saraswati Maharaj, the then President, International Divine Life Society, Head Quarters, Rishikesh, as a model and unique temple of learning. The aim is to impart Value based education in a modern Gurukul environment for preparing them as ideal citizens of Mother India having imbibed spiritual, moral and ethical values that generate sterling character, noble virtues and right thinking.
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