Personal Assistant to Principal — Orchids The International School Opening — Orchids The International School, Chennai
Orchids The International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal — Orchids The International School
- School
- Orchids The International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.2L – ₹13L per year
- Experience
- 10–12 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Chennai, Tamil Nadu — a fresh opening for a Personal Assistant to Principal — Orchids The International School at Orchids The International School. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 24+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Orchids The International School, a CBSE school in Chennai, 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: Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Perumbakkam, Chennai.
What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — Orchids The International School
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
About Orchids The International School
Orchids The International School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Orchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Perumbakkam, Chennai.
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