Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- Golden Central School
- City
- Malappuram
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹5.1L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 25 May 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Aug 2026
Receptionist salary in Malappuram — 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
at Golden Central School
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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
Golden Central School invites applications for a Receptionist in Malappuram, Kerala. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. Golden Central School, established 2002, is a secondary school in Malappuram, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: the Receptionist 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹2.4 LPA – ₹5.1 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Golden Central School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
What is the average Receptionist salary in Malappuram?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist roles in Malappuram. 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.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Golden Central School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Golden Central School
Key facts about Golden Central School
- Founded
- 2002
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- FEBINA K
- Affiliation #
- 931169
Golden Central School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Malappuram, Kerala.
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Interview questions & answers for Receptionist
Common questions Indian schools ask for Receptionist roles in Malappuram (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. Why do you want to work at Golden Central School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Malappuram campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
2. 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 Golden Central School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
3. 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".
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 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 — Golden Central School wants to picture you on day one.
6. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Receptionist band in Malappuram (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.