HOD English
at St. Peter's School · Panchgani · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- St. Peter's School
- City
- Panchgani
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
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HOD English
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St. Peter's School in Panchgani, Maharashtra is seeking a HOD English who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. St. Peter's School, established 1904, runs as a secondary campus in Panchgani, Maharashtra — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.3 LPA – ₹13.3 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with St. Peter's School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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 do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Where exactly is St. Peter's School located?
The school is in Panchgani, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St. Peter's School
Key facts about St. Peter's School
- Founded
- 1904
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 10:1
St. Peter’s School, Panchgani, was founded in 1904 as an all-boys boarding school. Nestled, high up in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. With a 56-acre (23 ha) campus amidst an abundance of flora & clean air, this prestigious school provides a healthy environment, rich in nature, that gives the young student, a home of learning away from home. Promoting the legacy of 117 years, the school prides itself on its rich heritage, of culture and discipline, providing students with an environment to grow into young men with strong roots and wings for success.
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