HOD English

We are looking for a HOD English to join St. Francis Central School in Palakkad, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. School profile: St. Francis Central School in Palakkad, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:

• Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
• Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
• Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
• Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
• Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
• Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
• Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
• Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
• Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
• A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
• Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.2 LPA – ₹15.4 LPA).
• Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
• Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
• A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
• Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and St. Francis Central School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.