HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Goethals Memorial School
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.8L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 2026
HOD Science
at Goethals Memorial School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 119+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Goethals Memorial School in Darjeeling, West Bengal. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About the institution: Goethals Memorial School in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 1907, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.8 LPA – ₹23.0 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Goethals Memorial School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Goethals Memorial School
Key facts about Goethals Memorial School
- Founded
- 1907
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
The vision of Goethals Memorial School is to bring in a sense of social justice among it's pupils & enable them to become better citizens in the near future. The Christian Brothers have bought in compassion, inclusion & empathy towards the pupils through education. The school stands for secular ideals & the pursuit of enlightenment as it's path to a renaissance in the field of modern education. The school stands for unity in diversity.
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