HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Guru Nanak Public School
- City
- Cuttack
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.2L – ₹22L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Cuttack — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at Guru Nanak Public School
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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
Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Guru Nanak Public School in Cuttack, Odisha. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Guru Nanak Public School in Cuttack, Odisha operates as a senior secondary school, established 1989, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹7.2 LPA – ₹22.3 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application here so Guru Nanak Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Science job?
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What is the average HOD Science salary in Cuttack?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Cuttack 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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Guru Nanak Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Guru Nanak Public School
Key facts about Guru Nanak Public School
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SANCHITA MOHANTY
- Affiliation #
- 1530205
Guru Nanak Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Cuttack, Odisha.
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