St. Francis International School is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal — St. Francis International School in Chennai
St. Francis International SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Personal Assistant to Principal — St. Francis International School
- School
- St. Francis International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- IGCSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹20L – ₹31L per year
- Experience
- 16–21 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. Francis International School, a IGCSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: St. Francis International School Chennai is one of the best IGCSE schools, providing the highest quality and truly international standards of education. SFIS holds firm in its belief that students do their best and teaching becomes productive when research is underlined as a criteria for scholarship, systematically guided by dedicated and quality teaching. The school has impeccable infrastructure for classroom learning and a well equipped staff of qualified teachers who are deeply conscious of their stellar part that they play in not just teaching students but in shaping and molding the citizens of tomorrow. WHY US? : CHILD FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE ♦ EXTENSIVE CHOICE OF EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ♦ IGCSE CURRICULUM ♦ EFFECTIVE SCHOOL PARENT INTERACTION ♦ UPGRADATION EVERY YEAR ♦ SAFE AND STAFF ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
St. Francis International School follows the Cambridge / IGCSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
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.
About St. Francis International School
St. Francis International School Chennai is one of the best IGCSE schools, providing the highest quality and truly international standards of education. SFIS holds firm in its belief that students do their best and teaching becomes productive when research is underlined as a criteria for scholarship, systematically guided by dedicated and quality teaching. The school has impeccable infrastructure for classroom learning and a well equipped staff of qualified teachers who are deeply conscious of their stellar part that they play in not just teaching students but in shaping and molding the citizens of tomorrow. WHY US? : CHILD FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE ♦ EXTENSIVE CHOICE OF EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES ♦ IGCSE CURRICULUM ♦ EFFECTIVE SCHOOL PARENT INTERACTION ♦ UPGRADATION EVERY YEAR ♦ SAFE AND STAFF ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION
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