Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- Cluny School
- City
- Kottayam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹3.6L per year
- Experience
- 1–6 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Aug 2026
Receptionist 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.
Receptionist
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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
A vacancy has opened for a Receptionist at Cluny School in Kottayam, Kerala. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About Cluny School: a senior secondary institution in Kottayam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1998,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. What the role looks like: as Receptionist, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. 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. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹3.0 LPA – ₹3.6 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 on this page and Cluny 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
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Cluny School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How do I write an application email for this Receptionist role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Receptionist application — Cluny School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Cluny School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Where exactly is Cluny School located?
The school is in Kottayam, Kerala. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
How much experience do I need for this Receptionist role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Receptionist job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
What is the average Receptionist salary in Kottayam?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist roles in Kottayam. 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.
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 questions are asked in a Receptionist 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 Receptionist roles in Kottayam.
Can I negotiate the salary at Cluny School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Cluny School
Key facts about Cluny School
- Founded
- 1998
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- JIJI T K
- Affiliation #
- 930861
Cluny School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1998, located in Kottayam, Kerala.
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