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HOD Science

₹8.9L – ₹12L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 16 Jul 13 days left
Howrah, West Bengalfull-timePosted 41d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
St. Xavier’s High School
City
Howrah
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.9L – ₹12L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
16 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Howrah — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.9L
per year
Typical
₹10.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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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. Xavier’s High School is hiring a HOD Science in Howrah, West Bengal. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St. Xavier’s High School, established 2019, is a senior secondary campus in Howrah, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.9 LPA – ₹12.0 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 via the button on this listing so St. Xavier’s High School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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’s High School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Xavier’s High School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

St. Xavier’s High School

Key facts about St. Xavier’s High School

Key facts
Founded
2019
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
AMRITA SHARMA
Affiliation #
2430298
Address
ST. XAVIERS HIGH SCHOOL, MASHILA PASCHIMPARA, NEW KOLORAH, ALAMPUR, HOWRAH, PIN – 711302, St. Xaviers High School, Howrah, West Bengal, 711302

St. Xavier’s High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Howrah, West Bengal.

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