HOD Languages
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages
- School
- Velammal Newgen School
- City
- Thiruvallur
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Aug 2026
HOD Languages salary in Thiruvallur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
Velammal Newgen School is hiring a HOD Languages in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Velammal Newgen School, established 2017, is a senior secondary school in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the HOD Languages is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.6 LPA – ₹14.5 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application on this page and Velammal Newgen School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD Languages role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Languages application — Velammal Newgen School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Velammal Newgen School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Thiruvallur 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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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.
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 Languages listing is usually welcome.
What is the salary for this HOD Languages 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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Velammal Newgen School?
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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Key facts about Velammal Newgen School
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- GLORY
- Affiliation #
- 1931298
Velammal Newgen School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Thiruvallur, Tamilnadu.
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