Library Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Library Assistant
- School
- Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki
- City
- Nabarangpur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.2L – ₹3.7L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
Library Assistant salary in Nabarangpur — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Library Assistant
at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki
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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
We are looking for a Library Assistant to join Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki in Nabarangpur, Odisha. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki, established 2017, runs as a senior secondary campus in Nabarangpur, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Position: the Library Assistant is part of the wider support team. Essential to keeping classrooms, common areas, and shared facilities ready through the school day. Responsibilities:
- Carry out the assigned support tasks on time, every working day.
- Follow safety, hygiene, and security protocols without exception.
- Coordinate with the supervisor on the day's schedule.
- Maintain the assigned equipment/area in clean, working condition.
- Report any maintenance or safety issue on the same day. Candidate requirements:
- Prior experience in a similar institutional role.
- Disciplined daily presence and good personal grooming.
- Comfortable working in a child-safe environment.
- Cooperative attitude towards supervisors and team members.
- Willing to learn and follow the school's protocols. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹1.2 LPA – ₹3.7 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Nabarangpur), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki
Key facts about Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki
- Founded
- 2017
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KANHEYA SUVAMAYA BEHERA
- Affiliation #
- 1520150
Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Nabarangpur, Odisha.
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Interview questions & answers for Library Assistant
Common questions Indian schools ask for Library Assistant roles in Nabarangpur (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Library Assistant band in Nabarangpur (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.
2. 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".
3. Why do you want to work at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Nabarangpur campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
4. 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".
5. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
6. What experience is most relevant to a Library Assistant 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 — Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Phatiki wants to picture you on day one.