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HOD Computer Science

₹8.6L – ₹20L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Computer Science
School
National Public School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Computer Science salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹14.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Computer 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

National Public School in Chennai, Tamilnadu is inviting applications for a HOD Computer Science. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. National Public School, established 1970, is a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Computer Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.6 LPA – ₹20.1 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with National Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

What is the average HOD Computer Science salary in Chennai?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Computer Science roles in Chennai. 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.

Is English fluency required?

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

What is the salary for this HOD Computer Science role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

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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.

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Role details

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About the school

National Public School

Key facts about National Public School

Key facts
Founded
1970
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
LALITHA DAS
Affiliation #
1930006
Address
228 AVVAI SHANMUGAM ROAD GOPALAPURAM CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, 228 Avvai Shanmugam, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600086

National Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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