HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- St Thomas High School
- City
- Dhanbad
- State
- Jharkhand
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 24 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Dhanbad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Languages
at St Thomas High School
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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.
Job description
Overview
St Thomas High School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand is on the lookout for a HOD Languages. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. School profile: St Thomas High School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1997, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. About the role: the HOD Languages is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹7.5 LPA – ₹11.6 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. Submit your application here so St Thomas High School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What is the average HOD Languages salary in Dhanbad?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Languages roles in Dhanbad. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Where exactly is St Thomas High School located?
The school is in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St Thomas High School
Key facts about St Thomas High School
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
St. Thomas high school is a senior secondary school affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi, Affiliation number is 3430237.A holistic Profile of the learner is provided through assessment of both scholastic and non-scholastic aspects of education. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation is adopted through a set of tests conducted in classes. Achievement is brought about through remedial measures comprising of extra/ doubt Clearing classes, encouragement and appreciations. Evaluation and assessment are recorded in the Achievement Card/Report Cards.
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