HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Orchid International School
- City
- Varanasi
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 19 May 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Varanasi — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at Orchid 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
Applications are invited for a HOD Science at Orchid International School in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Orchid International School, established 2017, runs as a secondary campus in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Context: the HOD Science reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.8 LPA – ₹19.9 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Orchid International School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
What is the salary for this HOD Science role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Varanasi?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Varanasi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Orchid International School
Key facts about Orchid International School
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SEEMA GIRI
- Affiliation #
- 2133219
Orchid International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
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