HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 23 May 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 30+ years.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a HOD Languages in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala at Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School, established 1996, runs as a senior secondary campus in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Position: as HOD Languages, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. 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 (₹12.8 LPA – ₹24.6 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
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Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Where exactly is Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School located?
The school is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Does Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Thiruvananthapuram offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
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.
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Key facts about Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MAYA DEVI K S
- Affiliation #
- 930783
Sree Sankara Vidya Peedhom English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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