HOD Science
at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum · Thiruvananthapuram · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.1L – ₹24.1L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Thiruvananthapuram — 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, Pattom Trivandrum is hiring a HOD Science in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum: a senior secondary institution in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1964,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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 (₹7.1 LPA – ₹24.1 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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.
Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum located?
The school is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Thiruvananthapuram?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Thiruvananthapuram 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.
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.
Does PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Thiruvananthapuram offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 2
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- R GIRI SANKARAN THAMPI
- Affiliation #
- 900004
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pattom Trivandrum is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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