HOD Science
at Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur · Palakkad · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹13L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Palakkad — snapshot
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HOD Science
at Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a HOD Science at Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur in Palakkad, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur, established 2004, runs as a senior secondary campus in Palakkad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹13.0 LPA – ₹19.1 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Palakkad), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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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 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 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.
Does Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Palakkad offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Palakkad?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Palakkad varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
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Key facts about Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- MAYA K
- Affiliation #
- 930517
Sree Narayana Public School, Valliyode Vadakkencherry Alathur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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