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HOD English

at Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens · Tirunelveli · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.6L – ₹20.9L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 16 Aug
Tirunelveli, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 31d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens
City
Tirunelveli
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12.6L – ₹20.9L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
16 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Tirunelveli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.6L
per year
Typical
₹16.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens as a HOD English in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens, established 2016, is a senior secondary campus in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. What the role looks like: the HOD English owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.6 LPA – ₹20.9 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

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How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Where exactly is Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens located?

The school is in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What questions are asked in a HOD English interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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About the school

Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens

Key facts about Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens

Key facts
Founded
2016
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SAKTHIVEL MURUGAN
Affiliation #
1930891
Address
RAJESWARI GARDENS, TENKASI MAIN ROAD, MANNARKOIL, AMBASAMUDRAM 627413, Rajeswari Gardens, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, 627413

Vels Vidhyalaya, Rajeswari Gardens is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu.

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