Personal Assistant to Principal — Orient Day School Vacancy at Orient Day School, Kolkata
Orient Day SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal — Orient Day School
- School
- Orient Day School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.4L – ₹12L per year
- Experience
- 10–13 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Orient Day School, a CISCE 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: Orient Day School is a recognised, English Medium, Co-educational Institution (ICSE & ISC), the chief aim of which is to give its students a sound moral education, whilst devoting special attention to their intellectual development.The school strives to build up sound character of the students and help them to be worthy citizens of India to bear the torch of nationality and freedom. The School aims at imparting perfect education to the students, infusing in them a good sense of discipline as well as helping them to develop the essential virtues of humanity. The entire system of education is based on developing the noble character of students and inspiring them with true love for humanity and morality.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
What qualifications are required for a Personal Assistant to Principal — Orient Day School?
Most Personal Assistant to Principal — Orient Day 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 background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
About Orient Day School
Orient Day School is a recognised, English Medium, Co-educational Institution (ICSE & ISC), the chief aim of which is to give its students a sound moral education, whilst devoting special attention to their intellectual development.The school strives to build up sound character of the students and help them to be worthy citizens of India to bear the torch of nationality and freedom. The School aims at imparting perfect education to the students, infusing in them a good sense of discipline as well as helping them to develop the essential virtues of humanity. The entire system of education is based on developing the noble character of students and inspiring them with true love for humanity and morality.
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