HOD Science
at V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School · Puducherry · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹28L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Puducherry — snapshot
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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.
Job description
Overview
V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School requires a HOD Science in Puducherry, Puducherry for the upcoming academic year. A full-time role with reasonable workload expectations and clear deliverables. V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School, established 1858, is a senior secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.2 LPA – ₹27.9 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.
Common questions about this role
What is the salary for this HOD Science role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
What questions are asked in a HOD Science interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HOD Science roles in Puducherry.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School
Key facts about V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School
- Founded
- 1858
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KARTIGUEANE R
- Affiliation #
- 2920169
V Venkatasubba Reddiar Govt. Technical Hr. Sec. School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1858, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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