HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Vijaybhoomi Junior College
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- maharashtra-boarding-schools kolhapur
- Board
- Cambridge
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Mumbai — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Cambridge/IGCSE schools usually pay 15-30% above the CBSE median.
HOD Science
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Job description
Overview
Vijaybhoomi Junior College in Mumbai, maharashtra-boarding-schools kolhapur is hiring a HOD Science. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Vijaybhoomi Junior College: a senior secondary institution in Mumbai, maharashtra-boarding-schools kolhapur — a Cambridge / IGCSE-affiliated school, established 2022,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the HOD Science is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.2 LPA – ₹24.7 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Vijaybhoomi Junior College academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vijaybhoomi Junior College follows the Cambridge / IGCSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Mumbai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Mumbai 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.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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.
How do I make a resume for a CAMBRIDGE HOD Science job?
A CAMBRIDGE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Vijaybhoomi Junior College
Key facts about Vijaybhoomi Junior College
- Founded
- 2022
- Board
- Cambridge
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 8:1
Vijaybhoomi Junior College is a senior secondary affiliated to Cambridge, established in 2022, located in Mumbai, maharashtra-boarding-schools kolhapur. Classes follow a 8:1 student–teacher ratio.
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