HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- St. Pauls School
- City
- Ajmer
- State
- Rajasthan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12.2L – ₹24.1L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Ajmer — snapshot
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 62+ years.
Job description
Overview
St. Pauls School is looking for a HOD Science in Ajmer, Rajasthan to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. St. Pauls School in Ajmer, Rajasthan operates as a senior secondary school, established 1964, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹12.2 LPA – ₹24.1 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at St. Pauls School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
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How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?
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How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE HOD Science job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
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 questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Science roles in Ajmer.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
Where exactly is St. Pauls School located?
The school is in Ajmer, Rajasthan. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Key facts about St. Pauls School
- Founded
- 1964
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
The students of the school imbibe to take challenges, adventives, academic excellence, creativity and positive attitude. Therefore the chief duty of the school is to prepare ignited mindsto act as leaders, bureaucrats, technocrats, poet, philosopher, social reformer and thinker as future citizen of the country. the school is fully committed to shake conscientious and duty devoted citizens with a sense of integrity and honesty with a spirit of adventure exploration, research and creation. We believe in nurturing each individuals potentialities and providing opportunities for successful learning and growth. Thus our vision is to strive and attain the excellence, in every walk of life.
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