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Receptionist

at Sherwood Hall SR SEC School · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.6L – ₹3.7L / yr1–5 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Receptionist
School
Sherwood Hall SR SEC School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.6L – ₹3.7L per year
Experience
1–5 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Receptionist salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.6L
per year
Typical
₹3.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹3.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Receptionist

at Sherwood Hall SR SEC 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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School in Chennai, Tamilnadu is on the lookout for a Receptionist. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Sherwood Hall SR SEC School: a senior secondary institution in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1971,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹2.6 LPA – ₹3.7 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Sherwood Hall SR SEC School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

Where exactly is Sherwood Hall SR SEC School located?

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

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

How much experience do I need for this Receptionist role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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About the school

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School

Key facts about Sherwood Hall SR SEC School

Key facts
Founded
1971
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
P DIVA KRISHNA
Affiliation #
1930022
Address
4 HARRINGTON ROAD 13TH AVENUE CHETPET CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, 4 Harrington Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600031

Sherwood Hall SR SEC School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1971, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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