HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi
- City
- East
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.0L – ₹19.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 7 Aug 2026
HOD English salary in East — 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
Join the faculty at Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi as a HOD English in East, Delhi. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi in East, Delhi operates as a senior secondary school — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: as HOD English, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.0 LPA – ₹19.0 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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.
Where exactly is Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi located?
The school is in East, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Can I negotiate the salary at Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi?
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.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English?
Most HOD English roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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 questions are asked in a HOD English 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 English roles in East.
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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 649
- Staff
- 22
Vidhya Bal Bhawan School, 54, Master Block, Shakarpur, Delhi is a private unaided (recognized), located in East, Delhi, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 649 students with a teaching and support team of about 22. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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