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HOD Science

₹7.0L – ₹21L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 30 Jul 27 days left
Darjeeling, West Bengalfull-timePosted 37d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Birla Divya Jyoti
City
Darjeeling
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.0L – ₹21L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
27 May 2026
Closing date
30 Jul 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
₹7.0L
per year
Typical
₹14.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Birla Divya Jyoti

27 days left

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Birla Divya Jyoti in Darjeeling, West Bengal. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Birla Divya Jyoti in Darjeeling, West Bengal is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Position: as HOD Science, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.0 LPA – ₹21.4 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Birla Divya Jyoti reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

What is the salary for this HOD Science role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Darjeeling?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Darjeeling varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Birla Divya Jyoti

Key facts about Birla Divya Jyoti

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHWETA TIWARI
Affiliation #
2430138
Address
ZONE F, UTTORAYON TOWNSHIP, MATIGARA, SILIGURI, Zone F, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734010

Birla Divya Jyoti is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.

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