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HOD Science

₹11L – ₹15L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 11 Aug
Purulia, West Bengalfull-timePosted 17d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Sainik School
City
Purulia
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹15L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Aug 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

Sainik School in Purulia, West Bengal is on the lookout for a HOD Science. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Sainik School: a senior secondary institution in Purulia, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1962,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Role: as HOD Science, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹10.8 LPA – ₹14.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sainik School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

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

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 much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

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.

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Role details

Vacancies
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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
GP CAPT G PRABAHAR
Affiliation #
2480001
Address
PURULIA P O MANGURIA PURULIA DISTT WEST BENGAL, P O Manguria, Purulia, West Bengal, 723149

Sainik School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1962, located in Purulia, West Bengal.

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