D.A.V. Public School is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal — D.A.V. Public School in Chennai
D.A.V. Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal — D.A.V. Public School
- School
- D.A.V. Public School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 12–16 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
D.A.V. Public School (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) is inviting applications for a Personal Assistant to Principal — D.A.V. Public School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 36+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
D.A.V. Public School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — D.A.V. Public School
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
D.A.V. Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
About D.A.V. Public School
D.A.V. Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
D.A.V. Public School is a CBSE Day School in Velachery, Chennai.
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