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HOD English

₹8.6L – ₹21L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 23 Jul 20 days left
Khordha, Odishapart-timePosted 25d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD English
School
Vikash Residential School
City
Khordha
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹21L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD English salary in Khordha — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹14.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD English

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 17+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Vikash Residential School in Khordha, Odisha as our next HOD English. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Vikash Residential School in Khordha, Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 2009, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.6 LPA – ₹21.0 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. Submit your application here so Vikash Residential School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD English salary in Khordha?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD English pay in Khordha varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

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.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Khordha), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

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About the school

Vikash Residential School

Key facts about Vikash Residential School

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
R VIJAY KUMAR
Affiliation #
1530162
Address
DERAS ROAD, BHAGABATIPUR, PO- KANTABADA, Deras Road, Khordha, Odisha, 752054

Vikash Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Khordha, Odisha.

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