Maintenance Incharge
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Key facts
- Role
- Maintenance Incharge
- School
- Al Manar Public School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.3L – ₹3.8L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
Maintenance Incharge salary in Kottayam — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Maintenance Incharge
at Al Manar Public School
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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.
Job description
Overview
Al Manar Public School in Kottayam, Kerala is seeking a Maintenance Incharge who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. School profile: Al Manar Public School in Kottayam, Kerala — a senior secondary setup, established 1988, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: as Maintenance Incharge, you follow a clear daily routine aligned with school timings. The school provides training, equipment, and a structured reporting line. Day to day, you will:
- Reach campus on time and complete the morning checklist.
- Carry out routine tasks per the published rota.
- Respond to ad-hoc requests from teachers and supervisors.
- Maintain the assigned register/log as required.
- Close the day with a handover and area check before leaving. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Steady prior experience in the same/similar function.
- The maturity to handle the school environment with care.
- A clean track record and verifiable references.
- The fitness and discipline the role demands.
- A genuine sense of ownership for the assigned area. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.3 LPA – ₹3.8 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. Submit your application here so Al Manar Public School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Kottayam), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
What questions are asked in a Maintenance Incharge 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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What qualifications are required for a Maintenance Incharge?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Maintenance Incharge positions.
Where exactly is Al Manar Public School located?
The school is in Kottayam, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
What is the salary for this Maintenance Incharge 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Al Manar Public School
Key facts about Al Manar Public School
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RASIYA V A
- Affiliation #
- 930129
Al Manar Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Kottayam, Kerala.
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Interview questions & answers for Maintenance Incharge
Common questions Indian schools ask for Maintenance Incharge roles in Kottayam (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
2. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".
3. What experience is most relevant to a Maintenance Incharge role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — Al Manar Public School wants to picture you on day one.
4. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Maintenance Incharge brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Al Manar Public School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
5. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
6. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Maintenance Incharge band in Kottayam (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.