HOD Science — Dhaniraj School Opening — Dhaniraj School, Pune
Dhaniraj SchoolKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Dhaniraj School
- School
- Dhaniraj School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.7L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Dhaniraj School, a State Board school in Pune, 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: The Dhaniraj Schools are Indian value-based schools, situated at Wakad and Dattawadi in Pune. We instill in our students the values of integrity, respect, discipline and teamwork to make them responsible citizens.
Common questions about this role
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
About Dhaniraj School
The Dhaniraj Schools are Indian value-based schools, situated at Wakad and Dattawadi in Pune. We instill in our students the values of integrity, respect, discipline and teamwork to make them responsible citizens.
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