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HOD Humanities

at The Royal College · Dehradun · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹10.5L – ₹24.6L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 14 Jul 10 days left
Dehradun, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 41d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
The Royal College
City
Dehradun
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10.5L – ₹24.6L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Dehradun — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.5L
per year
Typical
₹17.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.6L
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

The Royal College has opened applications for a HOD Humanities in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. The Royal College, established 2006, is a senior secondary campus in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Role: as HOD Humanities, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.5 LPA – ₹24.6 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at The Royal College reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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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 does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Dehradun run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Humanities listing is usually welcome.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

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About the school

The Royal College

Key facts about The Royal College

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Bhupinder Kaur
Affiliation #
3530263
Address
P.O. ASHOK ASHRAM(NEAR DUMET), P.o. Ashok Ashram(near, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248125

The Royal College is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

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