HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram
- City
- Kanchipuram
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.8L – ₹18.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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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
Join Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram: a senior secondary institution in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2015,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.8 LPA – ₹18.8 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram located?
The school is in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
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.
How do I apply for this HOD English vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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 will I know if my application is being reviewed?
Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
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Key facts about Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARUNA S KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 1930721
Velammal Vidhyashram, Velammal Vidhyashram is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Kanchipuram, Tamilnadu.
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