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HOD English

₹12L – ₹22L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 5 Aug
Sikar, Rajasthanfull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Varda Smart School
City
Sikar
State
Rajasthan
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹22L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Sikar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.2L
per year
Typical
₹17.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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  • 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

Join Varda Smart School in Sikar, Rajasthan as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Varda Smart School in Sikar, Rajasthan operates as a senior secondary school, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. About the role: the HOD English is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.2 LPA – ₹21.8 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Varda Smart School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?

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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.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Varda Smart School

Key facts about Varda Smart School

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
GOPAL CHAND JANGIR
Affiliation #
1730310
Address
VARDA SHIKSHA SANKUL, Varda Shiksha Sankul, Sikar, Rajasthan, 332713

Varda Smart School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Sikar, Rajasthan.

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