The South School is hiring a HOD English — The South School in Bangalore
The South SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD English — The South School
- School
- The South School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 8–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
The South School, a CBSE school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD English.
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 South School strives to provide a safe environment for children to explore various aspects of their academic and creative personalities through a specially designed curriculum. We believe it’s important to let our students discover their strengths and passion through different activities. We aspire to be a school that includes students of all kinds, irrespective of religion, gender, income, status and capabilities, and in turn, provide a community that is diverse in all aspects.
It’s important for children to learn through an environment that is both practical and theoretical. We believe that education is not only learnt through textbooks and classes, we give importance to the process of learning and its influence on their overall development as well.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English — The South School role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
About The South School
The South School strives to provide a safe environment for children to explore various aspects of their academic and creative personalities through a specially designed curriculum. We believe it’s important to let our students discover their strengths and passion through different activities. We aspire to be a school that includes students of all kinds, irrespective of religion, gender, income, status and capabilities, and in turn, provide a community that is diverse in all aspects. It’s important for children to learn through an environment that is both practical and theoretical. We believe that education is not only learnt through textbooks and classes, we give importance to the process of learning and its influence on their overall development as well.
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