HOD Humanities — The Bishop's School Opening — The Bishop's School, Pune
The Bishop's SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — The Bishop's School
- School
- The Bishop's School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.3L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 8–13 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The Bishop's School, a CISCE school in Pune, is hiring a HOD Humanities.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: The School is equipped with large buildings consisting of 75 well-ventilated Classrooms, 3 Science laboratories, 2 Assembly Halls, 2 Libraries and a Dining Room which seats about 250 children.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
About The Bishop's School
The Bishop's School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1864, located in Pune, Maharashtra. The school has a student community of about 201-500.
The School is equipped with large buildings consisting of 75 well-ventilated Classrooms, 3 Science laboratories, 2 Assembly Halls, 2 Libraries and a Dining Room which seats about 250 children.
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