HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Tagore Central School,
- City
- Alappuzha
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.5L – ₹7.6L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
HOD Science salary in Alappuzha — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at Tagore Central 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.
Job description
Overview
Tagore Central School, is looking for a HOD Science in Alappuzha, Kerala to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Tagore Central School, in Alappuzha, Kerala functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2007,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹7.5 LPA – ₹7.6 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Tagore Central School, instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Alappuzha?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Alappuzha varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Tagore Central School, follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Where exactly is Tagore Central School, located?
The school is in Alappuzha, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Tagore Central School,
Key facts about Tagore Central School,
- Founded
- 2007
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- BINDHUMOL P G
- Affiliation #
- 930943
Tagore Central School, is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Alappuzha, Kerala.
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