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HOD Science

₹12L – ₹19L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 3 Aug
Nainital, Uttarakhandfull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Kingsford Public School
City
Nainital
State
Uttarakhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
3 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Nainital — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.9L
per year
Typical
₹15.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Kingsford 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a HOD Science to join Kingsford Public School in Nainital, Uttarakhand. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Kingsford Public School, established 2007, is a secondary school in Nainital, Uttarakhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD Science owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.9 LPA – ₹18.9 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Kingsford Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Science job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

What is the average HOD Science salary in Nainital?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Nainital. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Kingsford Public School

Key facts about Kingsford Public School

Key facts
Founded
2007
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
GEETA JOSHI
Affiliation #
3530458
Address
KUSUMKHERA, Kusumkhera, Nainital, Uttarakhand, 263139

Kingsford Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

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