Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- City
- Ooty
- State
- tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Jul 2026
Office Assistant salary in Ooty — snapshot
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Office Assistant
at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St Hildas Higher Secondary School in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty is seeking a Office Assistant who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. St Hildas Higher Secondary School in Ooty, tamil-nadu-boarding-schools ooty is a senior secondary institution — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school, established 1895,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.3 LPA – ₹4.4 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with St Hildas Higher Secondary School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
How do I make a resume for a ICSE Office Assistant 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.
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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Hildas Higher Secondary School
Key facts about St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- Founded
- 1895
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
OUR MISSION The mission of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to create an institution of excellence that integrates knowledge and learning, equipping students for life through the effective application of Christian values and academic rigor. Our aim is to nurture students academically, socially, and emotionally—enabling them to discern truth, articulate their faith, and become compassionate leaders and committed servants in their chosen fields. OUR VISION The vision of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to prepare young women to lead faithful Christian lives, so that God may use them to serve others and strive toward building a better world.
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