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HOD Science

₹11L – ₹27L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 29 Aug
Tirunelveli, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 16d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Kings School
City
Tirunelveli
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹27L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
17 Jun 2026
Closing date
29 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Tirunelveli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.7L
per year
Typical
₹18.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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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

Kings School has opened applications for a HOD Science in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About Kings School: a senior secondary institution in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.7 LPA – ₹26.6 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Kings School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

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

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

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

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 Tirunelveli.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Kings School

Key facts about Kings School

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RINCY JOSE
Affiliation #
1930753
Address
1/383 MAIN ROAD,PUDHUR ACHAMPADU POST,VALLIOOR, 1/383 Main Road, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, 627117

Kings School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu.

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