HOD English
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English
- School
- Viveka Public School
- City
- Viluppuram
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 29 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Sept 2026
HOD English salary in Viluppuram — snapshot
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HOD English
at Viveka Public School
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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
Viveka Public School in Viluppuram, Tamilnadu is hiring a HOD English. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Viveka Public School, established 2016, is a secondary campus in Viluppuram, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Context: the HOD English reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.5 LPA – ₹15.9 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 Viveka Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Viveka Public School located?
The school is in Viluppuram, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How much experience do I need for this HOD English role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English application — Viveka Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Viveka Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Viveka Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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 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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Viveka Public School
Key facts about Viveka Public School
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- ALAMELU JEYARAM
- Affiliation #
- 1931111
Viveka Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Viluppuram, Tamilnadu.
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