Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- S V M Central Public School
- City
- Khammam
- State
- Telangana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–6 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
Receptionist salary in Khammam — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Receptionist
at S V M Central Public School
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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 Receptionist to join S V M Central Public School in Khammam, Telangana. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. S V M Central Public School, established 1989, runs as a senior secondary campus in Khammam, Telangana — 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. Role: the Receptionist keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.8 LPA – ₹3.9 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by S V M Central Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this Receptionist vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
How do I write an application email for this Receptionist role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Receptionist application — S V M Central Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why S V M Central Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
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.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Receptionist job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
What is the average Receptionist salary in Khammam?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist roles in Khammam. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
S V M Central Public School
Key facts about S V M Central Public School
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- M PRASAD
- Affiliation #
- 3630032
S V M Central Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Khammam, Telangana.
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Interview questions & answers for Receptionist
Common questions Indian schools ask for Receptionist roles in Khammam (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. 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".
2. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Receptionist brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why S V M Central Public School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
3. 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".
4. 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.
5. Why do you want to work at S V M Central Public School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Khammam campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
6. What experience is most relevant to a Receptionist 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 — S V M Central Public School wants to picture you on day one.