HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Sukhpal Senior Secondary School
- City
- Ambala
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Jul 20265 days left
HOD English salary in Ambala — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD English
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 40+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Sukhpal Senior Secondary School in Ambala, Haryana as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Sukhpal Senior Secondary School in Ambala, Haryana: a senior secondary institution, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Position: as HOD English, 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 (₹12.6 LPA – ₹23.5 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Sukhpal Senior Secondary School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Sukhpal Senior Secondary School located?
The school is in Ambala, Haryana. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sukhpal Senior Secondary School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What questions are asked in a HOD English 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
What is the salary for this HOD English role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What is the average HOD English salary in Ambala?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Ambala varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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Key facts about Sukhpal Senior Secondary School
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- HARPAL SINGH
- Affiliation #
- 530911
Sukhpal Senior Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Ambala, Haryana.
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