Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- KLM International School
- City
- Pathankot
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.9L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 28 May 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Jul 2026
Receptionist salary in Pathankot — 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 KLM International 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
KLM International School is recruiting a Receptionist in Pathankot, Punjab. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. KLM International School in Pathankot, Punjab operates as a senior secondary school, established 1997, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. About the role: the Receptionist is responsible for smooth execution of the assigned operational vertical — discipline, attention to detail, and coordination across teachers, parents, and vendors. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹1.9 LPA – ₹4.5 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with KLM International School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Receptionist salary in Pathankot?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Receptionist pay in Pathankot varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How much experience do I need for this Receptionist role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Receptionist role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Receptionist positions.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
KLM International School
Key facts about KLM International School
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Recognising its historic foundation ,Sh. Kundan Lal Mahajan’s main aim was to serve the community by providing an education of the highest quality within the context of Indian belief and practice. It encourages an understanding of the meaning of faith, and promotes Indian values through the experience it offers to all its pupils. KLM foundation was lead in 1997 by Mrs Ravneet kaur IAS Gurdaspur. The students of KLM are born to lead.We aim for our children to realise their potential and develop lifelong learning skills. We help our children learn that courtesy, good manners and consideration for others are very important qualities. We want our children to become independent learners, to develop enquiring minds, to question and argue rationally and to communicate clearly and confidently. We celebrate diversity and provide a happy, caring, supportive and positive learning atmosphere in our school where every child is valued. We actively reject any form of discrimination.
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Interview questions & answers for Receptionist
Common questions Indian schools ask for Receptionist roles in Pathankot (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. 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".
2. 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 — KLM International School wants to picture you on day one.
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. Why do you want to work at KLM International School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Pathankot campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
5. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Receptionist band in Pathankot (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.
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 KLM International School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.