HOD Mathematics
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Mathematics
- School
- The Trivandrum Scottish School
- City
- Thiruvananthapuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹15L per year
- Experience
- 6–11 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 9 Aug 2026
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HOD Mathematics
at The Trivandrum Scottish School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 21+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Trivandrum Scottish School is hiring a HOD Mathematics in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About The Trivandrum Scottish School: a secondary institution in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2005,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Mathematics leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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 (₹12.4 LPA – ₹15.4 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 now using this listing, and your CV reaches the The Trivandrum Scottish School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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How do I write an application email for this HOD Mathematics role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Where exactly is The Trivandrum Scottish School located?
The school is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
The Trivandrum Scottish School
Key facts about The Trivandrum Scottish School
- Founded
- 2005
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SWAPNA MOHAN V
- Affiliation #
- 930929
The Trivandrum Scottish School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
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