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HOD English

at St John's Higher Secondary School · Damoh · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.2L – ₹20L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 22 Jul 18 days left
Damoh, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
St John's Higher Secondary School
City
Damoh
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Damoh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹13.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at St John's Higher Secondary School

18 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 John's Higher Secondary School in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh 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. About St John's Higher Secondary School: a senior secondary institution in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD English leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹19.7 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St John's Higher Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

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.

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time 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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

St John's Higher Secondary School

Key facts about St John's Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1983
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SR SOPHY BHARAT
Affiliation #
1030252
Address
JABALPUR NAKA, DISTT DAMOH MADHYA PRADESH, Jabalpur Naka, Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, 470661

St John's Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh.

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