Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- DMI St. Joseph Global School
- City
- Dimapur
- State
- nan
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹4.0L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Aug 2026
Receptionist salary in Dimapur — snapshot
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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
DMI St. Joseph Global School invites applications for a Receptionist in Dimapur, nan. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. DMI St. Joseph Global School in Dimapur, nan functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2016,. 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 Receptionist, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.4 LPA – ₹4.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the DMI St. Joseph Global School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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 (Dimapur), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
Where exactly is DMI St. Joseph Global School located?
The school is in Dimapur, nan. 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?
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
DMI St. Joseph Global School
Key facts about DMI St. Joseph Global School
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
DMI St. Joseph Global School (CBSE) is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, Vide Affiliation No. 1430018, following NCERT syllabus. The School, an offshoot of DMI Foundations, Chennai, is a Catholic co-educational school, situated at 5th Mile, near Nagaland State Cricket Stadium, in the commercial city – Dimapur, Nagaland. It took its shape in 2016, and since inception in 2016, the school has been growing by leaps and bounds and making magnificent strides both in academics and co-curricular activities in Dimapur, setting a trend in education for others to follow. It is run by the Society of Daughters of Mary Immaculate (DMI) Sisters, which is known for its selfless service to mankind through Educational Institutions and Social Service Organizations.
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Interview questions & answers for Receptionist
Common questions Indian schools ask for Receptionist roles in Dimapur (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. What experience is most relevant to a Receptionist 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 — DMI St. Joseph Global School wants to picture you on day one.
2. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Receptionist band in Dimapur (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.
3. 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.
4. 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".
5. 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".
6. 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 Receptionist brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why DMI St. Joseph Global School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.