Bishop Cotton Boys School is hiring a HOD Science — Bishop Cotton Boys School in Bangalore

Bishop Cotton Boys School
Bangalore, Karnatakafull-time₹6.0L – ₹9.0L / yrICSE5–12 yrs expPosted 8d ago

Key facts

Role
HOD Science — Bishop Cotton Boys School
School
Bishop Cotton Boys School
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
ICSE
School type
Boarding
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹6.0L – ₹9.0L per year
Experience
5–12 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Boarding
Est. 1865

Job description

Overview

Bishop Cotton Boys School (Bangalore, Karnataka) is inviting applications for a HOD Science — Bishop Cotton Boys School. Campus size: 500-1000. Curriculum: ICSE. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Bishop Cotton Boys School, a ICSE school in Bangalore, is hiring a HOD Science.

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: Historic ICSE boys school in Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Bishop Cotton Boys School

Drive subject excellence: peer-observe teachers, build resource banks, lead subject enrichment, and represent the department in academic council.

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

This is a boarding school, so the role includes evening/weekend duties on a rotational basis and close engagement with hostel life.

About teaching in Bangalore

Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.

Common questions about this role

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 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.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

About Bishop Cotton Boys School

Bishop Cotton Boys School is a boarding affiliated to ICSE, established in 1865, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. The school has a student community of about 500-1000.

Historic ICSE boys school in Bangalore.

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Perks

Family health coverWorkshop sponsorshipRelocation supportFestival bonusSubsidised meals

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