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HOD Science

₹10L – ₹12L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 28 Jul 25 days left
Pune, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 36d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Gurukul School
City
Pune
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
28 May 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Pune — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹10.0L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Gurukul School

25 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

Gurukul School requires a HOD Science in Pune, Maharashtra for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. About Gurukul School: a secondary institution in Pune, Maharashtra — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.0 LPA – ₹12.1 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application here so Gurukul 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 big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — Gurukul School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Gurukul School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Science roles in Pune.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Gurukul School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

Where exactly is Gurukul School located?

The school is in Pune, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Gurukul School

Key facts about Gurukul School

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
MANISHA S JOSHI
Affiliation #
1130050
Address
S.NO. 136, OFF UNIVERSITY ROAD, BEHIND E-SQUARE MULTIPLEX, NEAR VIJAY CO.HSG.SOC., ASHOKNAGAR, S.no. 136, Pune, Maharashtra, 411016

Gurukul School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Pune, Maharashtra.

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