HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Sree Sarada Vidyalaya
- City
- Ernakulam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Ernakulam — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
Sree Sarada Vidyalaya invites applications for a HOD Science in Ernakulam, Kerala. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Sree Sarada Vidyalaya, established 1992, is a senior secondary school in Ernakulam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.2 LPA – ₹16.2 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 here so Sree Sarada Vidyalaya can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Sree Sarada Vidyalaya located?
The school is in Ernakulam, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Ernakulam?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Ernakulam 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.
Does Sree Sarada Vidyalaya help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Ernakulam 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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sree Sarada Vidyalaya?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
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?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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Key facts about Sree Sarada Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DR DEEPA CHANDRAN
- Affiliation #
- 930235
Sree Sarada Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Ernakulam, Kerala.
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