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HOD Science

₹13L – ₹24L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Deoghar, JharkhandcontractPosted 14d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Nalanda Academy
City
Deoghar
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹13L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Deoghar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹18.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Nalanda Academy

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 23+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Nalanda Academy is looking for a HOD Science in Deoghar, Jharkhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Nalanda Academy in Deoghar, Jharkhand functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as HOD Science, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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 (₹12.8 LPA – ₹23.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Nalanda Academy. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

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.

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

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

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

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 Deoghar.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Nalanda Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Nalanda Academy

Key facts about Nalanda Academy

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SNEHLATA CHAKRABORTY
Affiliation #
3430256
Address
52 BIGHA S.N.BOSE RD. MADHUPUR DEOGHAR JHARKHAND, 52 Bigha S.n.bose, Deoghar, Jharkhand, 815353

Nalanda Academy is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Deoghar, Jharkhand.

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