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HOD Science

at Banimandir Railway H.s. School · Darjeeling · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹21L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 16 Aug
Darjeeling, West BengalcontractPosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Banimandir Railway H.s. School
City
Darjeeling
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹21L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
16 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Darjeeling — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.5L
per year
Typical
₹17.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Banimandir Railway H.s. School

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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 63+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Banimandir Railway H.s. School in Darjeeling, West Bengal is inviting applications for a HOD Science. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Banimandir Railway H.s. School in Darjeeling, West Bengal: a senior secondary institution, established 1963, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Role: as HOD Science, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹21.4 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Banimandir Railway H.s. School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Does Banimandir Railway H.s. School help with relocation from another city?

Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.

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 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.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Darjeeling?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Darjeeling. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

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Banimandir Railway H.s. School

Key facts about Banimandir Railway H.s. School

Key facts
Founded
1963
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
KAKALI BASU
Affiliation #
2480024
Address
P.O. & P.S. PRADHAN NAGAR, SUB. DIV: SILIGURI, DISTT. DARJEELING, WEST BENGAL-734003, P.o. & P.s. Pradhan Nagar, Darjeeling, West Bengal

Banimandir Railway H.s. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1963, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.

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