Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- St. Edwards School
- City
- Shimla
- State
- himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹6.5L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Jul 2026
Receptionist
at St. Edwards 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
St. Edwards School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla is accepting applications for a Receptionist. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. St. Edwards School in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla operates as a senior secondary school, established 1925, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹3.3 LPA – ₹6.5 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St. Edwards School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this Receptionist vacancy?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
St. Edwards School
Key facts about St. Edwards School
- Founded
- 1925
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 21:1
St. Edwards School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 1925, located in Shimla, himachal-pradesh-boarding-schools shimla. Classes follow a 21:1 student–teacher ratio.
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