HOD Languages
at The Bishops Heritage School · Patna · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- The Bishops Heritage School
- City
- Patna
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Patna — 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 Languages
at The Bishops Heritage School
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- Established school — running for 17+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Bishops Heritage School invites applications for a HOD Languages in Patna, Bihar. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. The Bishops Heritage School in Patna, Bihar is a secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 2009,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Languages 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. 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 (₹8.2 LPA – ₹17.3 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with The Bishops Heritage School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
What is the average HOD Languages salary in Patna?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Languages pay in Patna 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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at The Bishops Heritage School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (ICSE/ISC) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
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 is the salary for this HOD Languages 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
The Bishops Heritage School
Key facts about The Bishops Heritage School
- Founded
- 2009
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The Bishops Heritage School is a secondary affiliated to CISCE, established in 2009, located in Patna, Bihar. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.
The Bishops Heritage School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Patna, Bihar, East India.
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