HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School
- City
- Wayanad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12.1L – ₹24.3L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Wayanad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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
A vacancy has opened for a HOD Science at Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School in Wayanad, Kerala. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School: a senior secondary institution in Wayanad, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the HOD Science reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.1 LPA – ₹24.3 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a HOD Science?
Most HOD Science roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this HOD Science listing is usually welcome.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Wayanad?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Science roles in Wayanad. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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 Wayanad.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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How do I apply for this HOD Science vacancy?
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Key facts about Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School
- Founded
- 1992
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ABDUL GAFOOR MANAYIL
- Affiliation #
- 930083
Wmo English Academy Orphanage English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Wayanad, Kerala.
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