HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- St. Xaviers High School
- City
- Paschim Bardhaman
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Paschim Bardhaman — snapshot
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HOD Humanities
at St. Xaviers High School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
St. Xaviers High School in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal is accepting applications for a HOD Humanities. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. St. Xaviers High School in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2013,. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.7 LPA – ₹14.2 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Xaviers High School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Xaviers High School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St. Xaviers High School
Key facts about St. Xaviers High School
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR. BISWAJIT GANAI
- Affiliation #
- 2430260
St. Xaviers High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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