HOD Commerce
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt
- City
- Ernakulam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.0L – ₹8.9L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
HOD Commerce
at St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt
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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
We are looking for a HOD Commerce to join St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt in Ernakulam, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt in Ernakulam, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as HOD Commerce, 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. Candidate requirements:
- Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
- Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
- Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
- Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
- A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.0 LPA – ₹8.9 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Commerce?
Most HOD Commerce roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt
Key facts about St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Subhash C C
- Affiliation #
- 930706
St Xavier's Public School, Pothanicad Distt is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Ernakulam, Kerala.
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