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Office Assistant

at Santiniketan Public School · Thoothukkudi · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹3.0L – ₹5.9L / yr3–6 yrsCloses 25 Jul 21 days left
Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 46d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Office Assistant
School
Santiniketan Public School
City
Thoothukkudi
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.0L – ₹5.9L per year
Experience
3–6 years
Posted
19 May 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Office Assistant salary in Thoothukkudi — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹3.0L
per year
Typical
₹4.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Santiniketan Public School is recruiting a Office Assistant in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Santiniketan Public School in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2018,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: the Office Assistant sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. Day to day, you will:

  • Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
  • Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
  • Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
  • Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
  • Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
  • A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
  • Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
  • Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
  • A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹3.0 LPA – ₹5.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Santiniketan Public School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

How do I apply for this Office Assistant vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Office Assistant job?

A CBSE-focused resume works best when it starts with a role-anchored headline, highlights B.Ed/CTET/PD upfront, and lists measurable outcomes (result percentages, project launches, retention) under each school. Skip generic corporate objectives. The School Jobs India resume builder has a ready template you can fill in and download.

What is the salary for this Office Assistant role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.

Where exactly is Santiniketan Public School located?

The school is in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What is the average Office Assistant salary in Thoothukkudi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Office Assistant pay in Thoothukkudi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

How do I write an application email for this Office Assistant role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

What questions are asked in a Office Assistant interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

Is background verification done before joining?

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.

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About the school

Santiniketan Public School

Key facts about Santiniketan Public School

Key facts
Founded
2018
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
DAVID ARUL PACKIARAJ J
Affiliation #
1930861
Address
THENI-CUMBUM MAIN ROAD, MUTHUTHEVANPATTI, THENI-625531 TAMILNADU STATE, Theni-cumbum Main Road, Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu, 625531

Santiniketan Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Thoothukkudi, Tamilnadu.

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