Office Assistant
at Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School · Dharwad · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School
- City
- Dharwad
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹6.1L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
Office Assistant salary in Dharwad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Office Assistant
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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
Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School is hiring a Office Assistant in Dharwad, Karnataka. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School in Dharwad, Karnataka operates as a secondary school, established 1997, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: as Office Assistant, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. Responsibilities:
- Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
- Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
- Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
- Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.5 LPA – ₹6.1 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Where exactly is Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School located?
The school is in Dharwad, Karnataka. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Office Assistant listing is usually welcome.
What qualifications are required for a Office Assistant?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Office Assistant positions.
What is the salary for this Office Assistant role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What questions are asked in a Office Assistant interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Office Assistant roles in Dharwad.
How do I write an application email for this Office Assistant role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Office Assistant application — Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
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Key facts about Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- KAJAL M GONSALVES
- Affiliation #
- 831470
Smt Nirmala K Thakkar English Medium High School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Dharwad, Karnataka.
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