HOD Languages

St Thomas School· Est. 2002 · CBSE · Kollam
₹7.6L – ₹24.0LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–10 yrs1 openings⏱ Closes 11 Nov
● posted 25 Jun

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.

What you'll handle

·Set the subject's annual scope-and-sequence.
·Hire and onboard new subject teachers.
·Run weekly department meetings.
·Moderate assessments and exam papers for the subject.
·Own subject-level board results and improvement plans.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kollam.

  1. Coordinator→
  2. Academic Coordinator→
  3. Vice Principal→
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹7.6L – ₹24.0L / yr

Pay benchmark — HOD Languages in Kollam

₹7.6L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹7.6L – ₹24.0L / yr
TYPICAL
₹24.0L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

St Thomas School has opened applications for a HOD Languages in Kollam, Kerala. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About St Thomas School in Kollam, Kerala: a senior secondary institution, established 2002, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹7.6 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at St Thomas School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
St Thomas School
CBSE · Kollam · Est. 2002
2002
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
senior secondary
LEVEL
English
MEDIUM
JACOB THOMAS
PRINCIPAL
930665
AFFILIATION
Kollam, Kerala
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