HOD Humanities — United World Academy Vacancy at United World Academy, Bangalore
United World AcademyKey facts
- Role
- HOD Humanities — United World Academy
- School
- United World Academy
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- Cambridge
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 8–13 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
United World Academy, a Cambridge school in Bangalore, 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: We aim to be a visionary and outward-looking centre of excellence, rooted in the best traditions of British education, whilst simultaneously reflecting the energy and vibrancy of India.In addition, UWA has been ranked among the Top 3 Emerging International schools in the recent Times of India survey ‘Times Education Excellence 2020’.The School will not rely solely on instructions and a didactic approach, choosing instead to make learning a collaborative, exploratory, experimental, and adventurous journey. UWA aspires to become one of the best international schools in Bangalore with a vision to create a truly world-class school drawing from the traditions and best practices from leading institutions from across the globe.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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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.
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About United World Academy
We aim to be a visionary and outward-looking centre of excellence, rooted in the best traditions of British education, whilst simultaneously reflecting the energy and vibrancy of India.In addition, UWA has been ranked among the Top 3 Emerging International schools in the recent Times of India survey ‘Times Education Excellence 2020’.The School will not rely solely on instructions and a didactic approach, choosing instead to make learning a collaborative, exploratory, experimental, and adventurous journey. UWA aspires to become one of the best international schools in Bangalore with a vision to create a truly world-class school drawing from the traditions and best practices from leading institutions from across the globe.
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