HOD Mathematics — The Laidlaw Memorial School And Junior College, Nilgiri

The Laidlaw Memorial School And Junior College is hiring a HOD Mathematics in Nilgiri, Tamil Nadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. The Laidlaw Memorial School And Junior College, established 1914, is a senior secondary school in Nilgiri, Tamil Nadu — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: the HOD Mathematics owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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 and culture:
• Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.9 LPA – ₹25.5 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 The Laidlaw Memorial School And Junior College can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.