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HOD Science

₹13L – ₹22L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Dhanbad, Jharkhandfull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Swami Vivekananda School
City
Dhanbad
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹22L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 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
₹13.0L
per year
Typical
₹17.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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  • 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

Swami Vivekananda School requires a HOD Science in Dhanbad, Jharkhand for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. School profile: Swami Vivekananda School in Dhanbad, Jharkhand — a senior secondary setup, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: the HOD Science owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹13.0 LPA – ₹21.9 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. Submit your application here so Swami Vivekananda School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

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Which curriculum does the school follow?

Swami Vivekananda School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

How much experience do I need for this HOD Science role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

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About the school

Swami Vivekananda School

Key facts about Swami Vivekananda School

Key facts
Founded
2007
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SANJIV KUMAR SHAW
Affiliation #
3430400
Address
SUNDAR NAGAR,KAPASARA,CHIRKUNDA,DHANBAD, Sundar Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 828202

Swami Vivekananda School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

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