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HOD English

₹9.2L – ₹26L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Indore, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 28d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
St. Arnolds School
City
Indore
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.2L – ₹26L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Indore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at St. Arnolds School

30 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

St. Arnolds School invites applications for a HOD English in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. St. Arnolds School, established 2004, is a senior secondary campus in Indore, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.2 LPA – ₹25.6 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 via the button on this listing so St. Arnolds School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

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.

How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

Where exactly is St. Arnolds School located?

The school is in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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

Vacancies
2
About the school

St. Arnolds School

Key facts about St. Arnolds School

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MUTHUSELVAM
Affiliation #
1030706
Address
LALARAMNAGAR ST. ARNOLDS SEVA SADAN CAMPUS 7/1 BOUNDARY ROAD P.B. 106, Lalaramnagar St. Arnolds, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 452001

St. Arnolds School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

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