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HOD English

₹8.1L – ₹9.7L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 20 Jul 17 days left
Thiruvananthapuram, Keralafull-timePosted 46d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Vidyasadan Central School
City
Thiruvananthapuram
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹9.7L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
18 May 2026
Closing date
20 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Thiruvananthapuram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.1L
per year
Typical
₹8.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

at Vidyasadan Central School

17 days left

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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

Vidyasadan Central School is looking for a HOD English in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Vidyasadan Central School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2005,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: as HOD English, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.1 LPA – ₹9.7 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Vidyasadan Central School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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 Thiruvananthapuram.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Vidyasadan Central School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Vidyasadan Central School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Where exactly is Vidyasadan Central School located?

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

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Vidyasadan Central School

Key facts about Vidyasadan Central School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANITHA RAJ T R
Affiliation #
931004
Address
MARIANAD, PUTHUKURICHY P.O., TRIVANDRUM, Marianad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 695303

Vidyasadan Central School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

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