Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School Vacancy at Nava Nalanda Public School, Kolkata
Nava Nalanda Public SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School
- School
- Nava Nalanda Public School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 11–14 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School — Nava Nalanda Public School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 59+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Nava Nalanda Public School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Nava Nalanda Public School is a State Board Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
How much experience do I need for this Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School 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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What qualifications are required for a Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School?
Most Personal Assistant to Principal — Nava Nalanda Public School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
About Nava Nalanda Public School
Nava Nalanda Public School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1967, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Nava Nalanda Public School is a State Board Day School in Kalighat, Kolkata.
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