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HOD Mathematics

₹7.4L – ₹16L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 25 Aug
Kolkata, West BengalcontractPosted 12d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Mathematics
School
Pailan World School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹7.4L – ₹16L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
21 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Mathematics salary in Kolkata — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.4L
per year
Typical
₹11.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Mathematics

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 21+ years.
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Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a HOD Mathematics at Pailan World School in Kolkata, West Bengal. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Pailan World School in Kolkata, West Bengal: a senior secondary institution, established 2005, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Context: the HOD Mathematics 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.4 LPA – ₹16.0 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Pailan World School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Mathematics role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

Pailan World School

Key facts about Pailan World School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700104

Pailan World School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.

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