HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.6L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 12 Aug 2026
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HOD Science
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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
Immediate opening: HOD Science at Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram in Chennai, Tamilnadu is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1990,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.6 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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When are increments and bonuses given?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram
Key facts about Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram
- Founded
- 1990
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- N VIJAYALAKSHMI
- Affiliation #
- 1930132
Bhaktavatsalam Vidyashram is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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