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HOD Science

₹8.4L – ₹19L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 25 Aug
Dhanbad, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
St Thomas High School
City
Dhanbad
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.4L – ₹19L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Dhanbad — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹8.4L
per year
Typical
₹13.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at St Thomas High School

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

St Thomas High School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand is hiring a HOD Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. St Thomas High School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand operates as a senior secondary school, established 1997, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Context: the HOD Science reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.4 LPA – ₹18.9 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St Thomas High School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

How do I write an application email for this HOD Science role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St Thomas High School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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 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.

Where exactly is St Thomas High School located?

The school is in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

St Thomas High School

Key facts about St Thomas High School

Key facts
Founded
1997
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAVI FRANCIS
Affiliation #
3430237
Address
NH-2 SAHUBAHIYAR TOPCHANCHI DHANBAAD JHARKHAND, Nh-2 Sahubahiyar Topchanchi, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 828402

St Thomas High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

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