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HOD Humanities

₹8.4L – ₹21L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Cuttack, Odishafull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
St.xavier High School
City
Cuttack
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.4L – ₹21L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Cuttack — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.4L
per year
Typical
₹14.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

at St.xavier 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join St.xavier High School in Cuttack, Odisha as our next HOD Humanities. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St.xavier High School in Cuttack, Odisha functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.4 LPA – ₹21.5 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St.xavier High School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
2
About the school

St.xavier High School

Key facts about St.xavier High School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PREMRAJ PATRO
Affiliation #
1530278
Address
AT:RAJABATINAGAR PO/PS:ATHAGARH DIST:CUTTACK ODISHA, At:rajabatinagar Po/ps:athagarh Dist:cuttack, Cuttack, Odisha, 754029

St.xavier High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Cuttack, Odisha.

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