HOD English — Sree Mookambika Vidya Nikethan, Palakkad

We are looking for a HOD English to join Sree Mookambika Vidya Nikethan in Palakkad, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. About Sree Mookambika Vidya Nikethan in Palakkad, Kerala: a secondary institution, established 1997, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. Day to day, you will:

• Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
• Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
• Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
• Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
• Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
• Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
• Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
• Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
• High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
• Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.3 LPA – ₹23.5 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sree Mookambika Vidya Nikethan. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.