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HOD Science

₹9.8L – ₹12L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 26 Jul 23 days left
Kottayam, Keralafull-timePosted 41d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Santa Maria Public School
City
Kottayam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.8L – ₹12L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
23 May 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Kottayam — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹9.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.4L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at Santa Maria Public School

23 days left

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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

Applications are open for a HOD Science at Santa Maria Public School in Kottayam, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Santa Maria Public School, established 2002, is a senior secondary campus in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: as HOD Science, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹9.8 LPA – ₹12.4 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Santa Maria Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?

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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.

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 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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

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Role details

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About the school

Santa Maria Public School

Key facts about Santa Maria Public School

Key facts
Founded
2002
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ROY THOMAS
Affiliation #
930522
Address
KOOROPPADA PO KOTTAYAM DISTT KERALA, Kooroppada Distt, Kottayam, Kerala, 686502

Santa Maria Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Kottayam, Kerala.

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