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HOD Humanities

₹13L – ₹18L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 6 Sept
Bengaluru Urban, Karnatakafull-timePosted 4d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St Thomas School
City
Bengaluru Urban
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
6 Sept 2026
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HOD Humanities

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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 Thomas School is hiring a HOD Humanities in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St Thomas School, established 2025, is a secondary campus in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the HOD Humanities is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.6 LPA – ₹17.8 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. Submit your application here so St Thomas 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 B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

St Thomas School

Key facts about St Thomas School

Key facts
Founded
2025
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
REETA RAVINDRA SWAMI
Affiliation #
831556
Address
INNER CIRCLE, WHITEFIELD, BANGALORE, Inner Circle, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, 560066

St Thomas School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2025, located in Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka.

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