HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- City
- Ooty
- State
- tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 26 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Ooty — snapshot
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HOD Science
at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St Hildas Higher Secondary School in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty is inviting applications for a HOD Science. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. St Hildas Higher Secondary School in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty is a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1895,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.7 LPA – ₹22.6 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St Hildas Higher Secondary School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St Hildas Higher Secondary School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Hildas Higher Secondary School
Key facts about St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- Founded
- 1895
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
OUR MISSION The mission of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to create an institution of excellence that integrates knowledge and learning, equipping students for life through the effective application of Christian values and academic rigor. Our aim is to nurture students academically, socially, and emotionally—enabling them to discern truth, articulate their faith, and become compassionate leaders and committed servants in their chosen fields. OUR VISION The vision of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to prepare young women to lead faithful Christian lives, so that God may use them to serve others and strive toward building a better world.
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