Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School Vacancy at Modern Senior Secondary School, Chennai
Modern Senior Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School
- School
- Modern Senior Secondary School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School — Modern Senior Secondary School, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 57+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Modern Senior Secondary School, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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: Modern Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Nanganallur, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School
Manage the front desk, support admissions enquiries and route parent/visitor requests to the right team.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Chennai
Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.
Common questions about this role
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Receptionist — Modern Senior Secondary School positions.
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.
About Modern Senior Secondary School
Modern Senior Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1969, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Modern Senior Secondary School is a CBSE Day School in Nanganallur, Chennai.
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