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HOD Science

₹12L – ₹26L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 8 Sept
Khordha, Odishafull-timePosted 6d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Sainik School
City
Khordha
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹26L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
8 Sept 2026
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HOD Science

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  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Sainik School in Khordha, Odisha as our next HOD Science. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Sainik School in Khordha, Odisha operates as a senior secondary school, established 1962, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD Science 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.8 LPA – ₹26.2 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Sainik School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?

Most HOD Science 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.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?

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About the school

Sainik School

Key facts about Sainik School

Key facts
Founded
1962
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Pankaj Kumar
Affiliation #
1580001
Address
BHUBANESHWAR, DISTT KHURDA, ORISSA, Bhubaneshwar, Khordha, Odisha, 751005

Sainik School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in Khordha, Odisha.

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