Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- Career Defence School
- City
- Ambala
- State
- haryana-boarding-schools ambala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹2.3L – ₹3.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
Office Assistant salary in Ambala — 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.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Office Assistant at Career Defence School in Ambala, haryana-boarding-schools ambala. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Career Defence School in Ambala, haryana-boarding-schools ambala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2014,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: as Office Assistant, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
- Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
- Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
- Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
- Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.3 LPA – ₹3.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Career Defence School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
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 this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Ambala), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
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's the interview process like for this role?
Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.
How do I write an application email for this Office Assistant role?
Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.
What is the average Office Assistant salary in Ambala?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Office Assistant pay in Ambala 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.
How much experience do I need for this Office Assistant role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
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.
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Key facts about Career Defence School
- Founded
- 2014
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
Career Defence School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Ambala, haryana-boarding-schools ambala. Classes follow a 25:1 student–teacher ratio.
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