HOD Commerce
at Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai · Puducherry · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹13.5L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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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 30+ years.
Job description
Overview
Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai is looking for a HOD Commerce in Puducherry, Puducherry to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai, established 1996, is a senior secondary school in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as HOD Commerce, 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.7 LPA – ₹13.5 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
How much experience do I need for this HOD Commerce 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.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
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What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce 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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
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.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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Role details
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Key facts about Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai
- Founded
- 1996
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- SEMBIAN J
- Affiliation #
- 2920085
Venkata Subba Reddiar Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Maducarai is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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