Library Assistant
at Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Library Assistant
- School
- Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹2.0L – ₹2.4L per year
- Experience
- 0–2 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 24 Jul 2026
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Library Assistant
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 60+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join the faculty at Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School as a Library Assistant in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. About Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School: a secondary institution in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1966,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the Library Assistant sits in the support function and handles the assigned tasks daily. The role demands reliability, punctuality, and a service-oriented attitude. What you will do:
- Be a dependable presence in the support function through the school day.
- Follow the school's protocols and dress code consistently.
- Help keep classrooms, common areas, or designated zones ready for use.
- Support school events, examinations, and large parent gatherings.
- Work with the support team to keep things running smoothly. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Steady prior experience in the same/similar function.
- The maturity to handle the school environment with care.
- A clean track record and verifiable references.
- The fitness and discipline the role demands.
- A genuine sense of ownership for the assigned area. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.0 LPA – ₹2.4 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Library Assistant role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Library Assistant application — Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Library Assistant 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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What questions are asked in a Library Assistant 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 Library Assistant roles in Chennai.
What qualifications are required for a Library Assistant?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Library Assistant positions.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School
Key facts about Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School
- Founded
- 1966
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- CHITRA S
- Affiliation #
- 1930007
Jawahar Vidyalaya SR SEC School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.
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