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HOD English

at Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School · New Delhi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.9L – ₹17.3L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 20 Aug
New Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 12d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School
City
New Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.9L – ₹17.3L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
22 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in New Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.9L
per year
Typical
₹12.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

Apply for HOD English at Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School

Contact the school directly using the details below.

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

Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School in New Delhi, Delhi is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School in New Delhi, Delhi operates as a secondary school, established 1973, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.9 LPA – ₹17.3 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What is the average HOD English salary in New Delhi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in New Delhi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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.

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.

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.

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Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School

Key facts about Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1973
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Japleen Kaur Ahuja
Affiliation #
2776016
Address
MANDIR WALI GALI SHADIPUR NEW DELHI, Mandir Wali Gali, New Delhi, Delhi, 110008

Sri Guru Arjundev SEC School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1973, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

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