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HOD Humanities

at St Mary's Catholic High School · United Arab Emirates · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹27L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 22 Aug
United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schoolsfull-timePosted 9d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St Mary's Catholic High School
City
United Arab Emirates
State
Foreign Schools
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹27L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in United Arab Emirates — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹19.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹27.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at St Mary's Catholic High School

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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 Mary's Catholic High School is recruiting a HOD Humanities in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. St Mary's Catholic High School, established 2003, is a senior secondary campus in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as HOD Humanities, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.5 LPA – ₹27.0 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St Mary's Catholic High School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

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.

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 will I know if my application is being reviewed?

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How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?

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Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (United Arab Emirates), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

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.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

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

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

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St Mary's Catholic High School

Key facts about St Mary's Catholic High School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SURESH KUMAR LOURDU
Affiliation #
6630049
Address
PO BOX 1665 FUJAIRAH UAE, Box 1665 Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools

St Mary's Catholic High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in United Arab Emirates, Foreign Schools.

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