HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan Vacancy at Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan, Kolkata
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha NiketanKey facts
- Role
- HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
- School
- Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹6.5L – ₹10L per year
- Experience
- 9–14 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan at Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan. The school has been running for 33+ years. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a HOD Science.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the subject department and mentor teachers
- Drive curriculum planning and assessment design
- Monitor student academic outcomes
- Coordinate with school leadership on academic matters
Requirements:
- 5-12 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate in the subject with B.Ed; minimum 5 years of teaching
About the school: Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a State Board Day School in Pancha Sayar, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
Set the standard for your subject — define exemplar lessons, run department meetings, and own board results for the department.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan?
Most HOD Science — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is English fluency required?
Bilingual fluency (English + regional language) is typically expected at state-board schools, especially for lower grades. Senior-secondary subject roles lean more English-first.
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.
About Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a State Board Day School in Pancha Sayar, Kolkata.
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