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HOD English

at Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School · Palamu · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11.5L – ₹13.7L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 26 Jul 21 days left
Palamu, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School
City
Palamu
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11.5L – ₹13.7L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Palamu — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹12.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School in Palamu, Jharkhand is inviting applications for a HOD English. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About the institution: Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School in Palamu, Jharkhand — a secondary setup, established 2013, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹11.5 LPA – ₹13.7 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. Submit your application here so Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Palamu), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD English job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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 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 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.

What is the average HOD English salary in Palamu?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Palamu 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.

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About the school

Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School

Key facts about Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School

Key facts
Founded
2013
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
CHANDAN KUMAR
Affiliation #
3430727
Address
CHHATTARPUR, CHHATTARPUR, Chhattarpur, Palamu, Jharkhand, 822113

Swami Vivekanand Elite Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Palamu, Jharkhand.

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