HOD Commerce
at Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan · Purba Bardhaman · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan
- City
- Purba Bardhaman
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD Commerce salary in Purba Bardhaman — 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 Commerce
at Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan
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- 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
Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan requires a HOD Commerce in Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan in Purba 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. Context: the HOD Commerce 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.9 LPA – ₹18.0 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Purba Bardhaman?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Purba Bardhaman 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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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 accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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.
What is the salary for this HOD Commerce 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.
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 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan
Key facts about Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan
- Founded
- 2013
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Goutam Kumar Hazra
- Affiliation #
- 2430202
Swami Vivekananda Academy For Educational Excellence, Burdwan is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2013, located in Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal.
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