HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.3L – ₹11.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 27 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Kolkata — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank is hiring a HOD Science in Kolkata, West Bengal. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank, established 1983, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kolkata, West Bengal — 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. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.3 LPA – ₹11.6 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Kolkata?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Kolkata. 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Does PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
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.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Krishna Kumar Dubey
- Affiliation #
- 2400019
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cossipore Seven Tank is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
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