HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Nurture International School
- City
- Gurdaspur
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Gurdaspur — snapshot
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HOD Science
at Nurture International 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.
Job description
Overview
Nurture International School in Gurdaspur, Punjab is hiring a HOD Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Nurture International School in Gurdaspur, Punjab functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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 (₹13.0 LPA – ₹23.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Nurture International School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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 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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Nurture International School
Key facts about Nurture International School
- Founded
- 2011
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Preeti Saini Kapoor
- Affiliation #
- 1630891
Nurture International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Gurdaspur, Punjab.
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