Kolkata: Receptionist — Howard Memorial School Job at Howard Memorial School

Howard Memorial School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹3.4L – ₹5.1L / yrCISCE7–11 yrs expPosted 8d ago

Key facts

Role
Receptionist — Howard Memorial School
School
Howard Memorial School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CISCE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.4L – ₹5.1L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day School
Est. 1963

Job description

Overview

Receptionist — Howard Memorial School at Howard Memorial School, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 63+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

Howard Memorial School, a CISCE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Receptionist.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the function
  • Coordinate with school leadership and external vendors
  • Maintain accurate records and reports
  • Ensure compliance with school policies

Requirements:

  • 0-3 years of relevant experience
  • Graduate/Postgraduate in the relevant function; school experience preferred

About the school: Howard Memorial School is a CISCE Day School in Bhangar, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Receptionist — Howard Memorial School

Manage the front desk, support admissions enquiries and route parent/visitor requests to the right team.

Working in a CISCE school

ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

What qualifications are required for a Receptionist — Howard Memorial School?

The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Receptionist — Howard Memorial School positions.

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 remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

About Howard Memorial School

Howard Memorial School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1963, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

Howard Memorial School is a CISCE Day School in Bhangar, Kolkata.

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Working at Howard Memorial School

Perks

Day careTransportationAC ClassesWifiSmart ClassesRampsDebatePicnics and excursionMusicDramaArt and CraftDance

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