HOD English — Xavier's English School
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD English — Xavier's English School
- School
- Xavier's English School
- City
- Hooghly
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.8L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 9–13 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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HOD English — Xavier's English School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Xavier's English School, a ICSE school in Hooghly, is hiring a HOD English.
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: Xavier's English School is a Christian Minority English Medium School for boys and girls owned and administered by INDIAN CHRISTIAN MISSION. The School is affiliated to the Council for The Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi (ICSE & ISC). The school although christian in character, provision is made to admit and provide education for pupils of other religions denominations, castes and creeds. It is men to all Communities from Pre-Nursery to XII.
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.
What qualifications are required for a HOD English — Xavier's English School?
Most HOD English — Xavier's English School 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 accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
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.
How do I write an application email for this HOD English — Xavier's English School role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD English — Xavier's English School application — Xavier's English School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Xavier's English School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
What questions are asked in a HOD English — Xavier's English School 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 — Xavier's English School roles in Hooghly.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Requirements & role details
Xavier's English School
Key facts about Xavier's English School
- Founded
- 1984
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Day School
Xavier's English School is a Christian Minority English Medium School for boys and girls owned and administered by INDIAN CHRISTIAN MISSION. The School is affiliated to the Council for The Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi (ICSE & ISC). The school although christian in character, provision is made to admit and provide education for pupils of other religions denominations, castes and creeds. It is men to all Communities from Pre-Nursery to XII.
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