{ "jsonld": { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "JobPosting", "@id": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/orchids-the-international-school-thoraipakkam-chennai-it-assistant-f6f346", "identifier": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Orchids The International School", "value": "2d3b7a16-b5f6-4208-ac5a-ef573deb7c6c" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "board", "value": "CBSE" } ], "title": "IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School", "description": "Orchids The International School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a IT / Network Assistant.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n- Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment\n- Coordinate with vendors and support staff\n- Follow safety and security protocols at all times\n- Report issues to the maintenance head promptly\n\nRequirements:\n- 0-3 years of relevant experience\n- Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred\n\nAbout the school:\nOrchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Thoraipakkam, Chennai.", "datePosted": "2026-05-30T14:09:45.233789+00:00", "employmentType": "FULL_TIME", "hiringOrganization": { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "#org:ccb526ae-49c4-4d03-98e5-896eeec220de", "name": "Orchids The International School", "url": "https://www.orchidsinternationalschool.com/chennai-branches/thoraipakkam/", "logo": "/api/media/logos/ccb526ae-49c4-4d03-98e5-896eeec220de.webp", "sameAs": [ "https://www.orchidsinternationalschool.com/chennai-branches/thoraipakkam/", "https://schooljobsinindia.com/schools/orchids-the-international-school-thoraipakkam-chennai" ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "IN", "addressLocality": "Chennai", "addressRegion": "Tamil Nadu" }, "foundingDate": "2002" }, "url": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/orchids-the-international-school-thoraipakkam-chennai-it-assistant-f6f346", "mainEntityOfPage": "https://schooljobsinindia.com/jobs/orchids-the-international-school-thoraipakkam-chennai-it-assistant-f6f346", "validThrough": "2026-08-18T14:54:34.131123+00:00", "dateModified": "2026-06-30T15:59:33.350737+00:00", "directApply": true, "jobLocation": { "@type": "Place", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "IN", "addressLocality": "Chennai", "addressRegion": "Tamil Nadu" } }, "applicantLocationRequirements": { "@type": "Country", "name": "India" }, "baseSalary": { "@type": "MonetaryAmount", "currency": "INR", "value": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "unitText": "YEAR", "minValue": 1680000, "maxValue": 2400000 } }, "industry": "Education", "jobBenefits": "Medical Room; Day care; Transportation; Alumni Association; Wifi; Smart Classes; AC Classes; Ramps; Washrooms; Gardening; Drama; Picnics and excursion" }, "board": "CBSE", "schoolType": "Day School", "status": "published", "descriptionText": "Orchids The International School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a IT / Network Assistant.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n• Ensure smooth functioning of assigned facilities/equipment\n• Coordinate with vendors and support staff\n• Follow safety and security protocols at all times\n• Report issues to the maintenance head promptly\n\nRequirements:\n• 0-3 years of relevant experience\n• Relevant ITI/diploma/certification; school or institutional experience preferred\n\nAbout the school:\nOrchids The International School is a CBSE Day School in Thoraipakkam, Chennai.", "aboutTheRole": "Join the IT team: helpdesk, smart-class systems, biometric attendance and L1/L2 incident response.", "dayToDay": [ "Coordinate with external vendors for hardware/services.", "Support smart-class and biometric attendance systems.", "Run L1/L2 helpdesk incident response.", "Maintain hardware/software inventory.", "Manage user accounts and devices." ], "estimatedBand": null, "enrichment": [ { "id": "responsibilities", "heading": "What you'll handle as a IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School", "body": "Maintain hardware/software inventory, support smart-class systems and biometric attendance, and own L1/L2 incident response." }, { "id": "board-context", "heading": "Working in a CBSE school", "body": "This school follows the **CBSE** framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities." }, { "id": "working-conditions", "heading": "Working conditions", "body": "This is a **day school** — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings." }, { "id": "city-context", "heading": "About teaching in Chennai", "body": "Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city." } ], "faq": [ { "q": "Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?", "a": "The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms." }, { "q": "Is accommodation provided?", "a": "Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation." }, { "q": "What is the average IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School salary in Chennai?", "a": "Refer to the on-page \"Salary snapshot\" for the current market band. Broadly, IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School pay in Chennai rises with years of experience, board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further." }, { "q": "What is the salary for this IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School role?", "a": "Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience." }, { "q": "Where can I find similar vacancies?", "a": "Scroll to the \"Similar jobs\" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Chennai), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side." }, { "q": "What qualifications are required for a IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School?", "a": "The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for IT / Network Assistant — Orchids The International School positions." }, { "q": "Where exactly is Orchids The International School located?", "a": "The school is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Check the \"About the school\" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference." }, { "q": "When are increments and bonuses given?", "a": "Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none." }, { "q": "Is the salary CTC or in-hand?", "a": "Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is lower than CTC once employee PF (12% of basic, capped at ₹15,000 basic/month), professional tax and — where applicable — income tax under the new regime are deducted. Plug the offered CTC into the in-hand salary calculator at /tools/in-hand-salary-calculator for a line-by-line breakdown against this job." }, { "q": "Is background verification done before joining?", "a": "Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready." } ] }