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HOD Science

₹12L – ₹20L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Puducherry, Puducherryfull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Science
School
Voc Government Higher Secondary School
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
28 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Science salary in Puducherry — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹12.3L
per year
Typical
₹16.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Science

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Why apply

  • 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join Voc Government Higher Secondary School in Puducherry, Puducherry as our next HOD Science. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Voc Government Higher Secondary School in Puducherry, Puducherry: a senior secondary institution, established 1887, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Science leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.3 LPA – ₹20.2 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. Submit your application on this page and Voc Government Higher Secondary School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

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 is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

What is the average HOD Science salary in Puducherry?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Puducherry 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.

What is the salary for this HOD Science 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

Vacancies
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About the school

Voc Government Higher Secondary School

Key facts about Voc Government Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1887
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
GARIMA TYAGI
Affiliation #
2920080
Address
WHITE TOWN, MISSION STREET, White Town, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605001

Voc Government Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1887, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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