Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram
- City
- Kollam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹5.7L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Aug 2026
Office Assistant salary in Kollam — 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
at Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 19+ years.
Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a Office Assistant at Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram in Kollam, Kerala. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About the institution: Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram in Kollam, Kerala — a secondary setup, established 2007, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
- Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
- Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
- Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
- Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.9 LPA – ₹5.7 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 Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
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.
How do I apply for this Office Assistant 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.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a part time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram
Key facts about Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram
- Founded
- 2007
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SUMY S
- Affiliation #
- 931258
Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2007, located in Kollam, Kerala.
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Interview questions & answers for Office Assistant
Common questions Indian schools ask for Office Assistant roles in Kollam (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Office Assistant band in Kollam (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
2. What experience is most relevant to a Office Assistant 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 — Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram wants to picture you on day one.
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. 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 Office Assistant brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
5. Why do you want to work at Sree Narayana Public School, Kottappuram?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Kollam 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 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".