HOD Humanities
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities
- School
- The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.6L – ₹21.7L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD Humanities salary in Lucknow — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony invites applications for a HOD Humanities in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony, established 1986, is a senior secondary school in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: as HOD Humanities, 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.6 LPA – ₹21.7 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Can I negotiate the salary at The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Humanities role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Lucknow.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD Humanities?
Most HOD Humanities roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
What is the salary for this HOD Humanities role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
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Key facts about The Lucknow Public Collegiate, 3, Jopling Rd, Picup Colony
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
The Lucknow Public Collegiate is a leading educational institution, committed to Academic Excellence, Innovation, and Holistic development. The School is nestled just one km from Hazratganj, the heart of Lucknow City which is undoubtedly a home to some best ICSE schools. Our Students enjoy the most calm, joyful and pollution-free environment drawing upon the beautiful location of the campus away from the rush of the commercial market & busy streets. LPC Jopling Road was established in 1986 as the 1st day boarding & residential school of Lucknow with a vision to provide 360-degree quality education & complete personality development. To be known for its academic excellence & student’s holistic development, LPC has consistently ranked among the best ICSE schools in Lucknow. We have received an Award by “Education World” for exemplary contribution to the field of education.
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