HOD Languages — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) Opening — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli), Kolkata
Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli)Key facts
- Role
- HOD Languages — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli)
- School
- Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli)
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.3L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the HOD Languages — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) at Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. The school has been running for 24+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli), a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Languages.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) is a ICSE Day School in Patulia, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Languages — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli)
Lead a subject department: hire and mentor teachers, design subject scope-and-sequence, moderate assessments, and report on subject-level outcomes.
Working in an ICSE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
What is the salary for this HOD Languages — Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
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.
About Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli)
Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2002, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Welland Gouldsmith School (Patuli) is a ICSE Day School in Patulia, Kolkata.
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