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HOD Science

₹9.1L – ₹23L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 11 Sept
Puducherry, PuducherrycontractPosted 3d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Oxford International School
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.1L – ₹23L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Sept 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Puducherry — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.1L
per year
Typical
₹16.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Oxford International School in Puducherry, Puducherry is seeking a HOD Science who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Oxford International School in Puducherry, Puducherry operates as a secondary school, established 2023, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.1 LPA – ₹23.0 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Oxford International School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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.

Where exactly is Oxford International School located?

The school is in Puducherry, Puducherry. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Puducherry?

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

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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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Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Oxford International School

Key facts about Oxford International School

Key facts
Founded
2023
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
CHANDRA S
Affiliation #
2930093
Address
MANNADIPET, THIRUKKANUR ROAD, PUDUCHERRY, Mannadipet, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605501

Oxford International School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2023, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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