HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
- City
- Junagadh
- State
- Junagadh
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 20 Aug 2026
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HOD Science
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 78+ years.
Job description
Overview
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul is hiring a HOD Science in Junagadh, Junagadh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul in Junagadh, Junagadh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1948, — a State Board-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the HOD Science owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.2 LPA – ₹13.3 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What is the salary for this HOD Science role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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 non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
Key facts about Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul
- Founded
- 1948
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan , with a vast experience of 70+ Years, has garnered a strong repertoire to become one of the best group of schools in india. Swaminarayan Gurukul is leading good to great living in the society by transforming the lives of students through Vidya, Sadvidya & Brahmavidya since 1948. This Gurukul Gyanbag International school is dedicated to nurture responsive and motivated students through a dynamic and success oriented education program. The program empowers students to gain an indigenous as well as global perspective on various aspects with its world-class campuses in megacities of India like Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad and many more
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