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HOD Science

₹11L – ₹12L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadufull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
SCAD International School
City
Tirunelveli
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹12L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Tirunelveli — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.7L
per year
Typical
₹11.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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

Applications are invited for a HOD Science at SCAD International School in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About SCAD International School: a senior secondary institution in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. 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. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.7 LPA – ₹11.6 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. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at SCAD International School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Tirunelveli?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Tirunelveli. 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.

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.

How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Who fits

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Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

SCAD International School

Key facts about SCAD International School

Key facts
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Cheranmahadevi, Cheranmahadevi, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, 627414

SCAD International School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, located in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.

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