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HOD Humanities

₹12L – ₹14L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 27 Jul 24 days left
Tirunelveli, TamilnaducontractPosted 33d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Humanities
School
Vels Public School
City
Tirunelveli
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
27 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Humanities salary in Tirunelveli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.9L
per year
Typical
₹13.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Humanities

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

A vacancy has opened for a HOD Humanities at Vels Public School in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. Vels Public School in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: the HOD Humanities owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.9 LPA – ₹14.1 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Vels Public School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

What questions are asked in a HOD Humanities interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Humanities roles in Tirunelveli.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Humanities vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Vels Public School

Key facts about Vels Public School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANTONY ALICE JEYA BHARATHI S
Affiliation #
1930589
Address
VELS NAGAR VADAKKUPUR, SANKARANKOIL, Vels Nagar Vadakkupur, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, 627756

Vels Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu.

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