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HOD English

₹7.7L – ₹19L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 12 Aug
Tirunelveli, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 33d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
St. Joseph Public School
City
Tirunelveli
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹19L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Tirunelveli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.7L
per year
Typical
₹13.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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  • 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. Joseph Public School in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. St. Joseph Public School, established 2013, runs as a secondary campus in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu — 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. 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. 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 (₹7.7 LPA – ₹19.2 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Joseph Public School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

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How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

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What is the salary for this HOD English role?

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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About the school

St. Joseph Public School

Key facts about St. Joseph Public School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
DOMINIC MUNDATT
Affiliation #
1931328
Address
MAIN ROAD, THENPOTHAI, SHENGOTTAI TALUK, TENKASI DIST, Main Road, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, 627810

St. Joseph Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu.

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