Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- Alphonsa Residential School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.1L – ₹3.0L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Aug 2026
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Office Assistant
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- Established school — running for 54+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Office Assistant at Alphonsa Residential School in Kottayam, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Alphonsa Residential School in Kottayam, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1972,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: the Office Assistant keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. Responsibilities:
- Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
- Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
- Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
- Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹2.1 LPA – ₹3.0 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 here so Alphonsa Residential 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
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
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.
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 questions are asked in a Office Assistant 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
What qualifications are required for a Office Assistant?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Office Assistant positions.
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.
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.
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Key facts about Alphonsa Residential School
- Founded
- 1972
- Board
- CISCE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Alphonsa Residential School is alternatively also known as ARS. The school was established in 1972.Alphonsa Residential School is a Co-ed school affiliated to Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). It is managed by Franciscan Clarist Congregation.
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