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HOD Science

at St Xavier Public School · Cuttack · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹11L – ₹24L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 22 Jul 19 days left
Cuttack, Odishafull-timePosted 30d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
St Xavier Public School
City
Cuttack
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Cuttack — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.9L
per year
Typical
₹17.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

at St Xavier Public School

19 days left

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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

Join St Xavier Public School in Cuttack, Odisha as our next HOD Science. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. St Xavier Public School in Cuttack, Odisha is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2020,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.9 LPA – ₹24.3 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St Xavier Public School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Cuttack?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Cuttack. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Science application — St Xavier Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St Xavier Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Most reputable schools in Cuttack run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Can I negotiate the salary at St Xavier Public School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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About the school

St Xavier Public School

Key facts about St Xavier Public School

Key facts
Founded
2020
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
AMBIKA BISWAL
Affiliation #
1530456
Address
AT- GATIROUT PATNA, PO- GATIROUT PATNA, PS- CRRI, At- Gatirout Patna, Cuttack, Odisha, 754100

St Xavier Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2020, located in Cuttack, Odisha.

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