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Administrator

at St. John's English School · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹3.5L – ₹6.7L / yr2–5 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Administrator
School
St. John's English School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.5L – ₹6.7L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Administrator salary in Chennai — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹3.5L
per year
Typical
₹5.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹6.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Administrator

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Administrator at St. John's English School in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. St. John's English School, established 1981, is a senior secondary school in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: as Administrator, 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹3.5 LPA – ₹6.7 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. Submit your application here so St. John's English School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is St. John's English School located?

The school is in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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 questions are asked in a Administrator 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 Administrator roles in Chennai.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St. John's English School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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How do I make a resume for a CBSE Administrator 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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

What is the average Administrator salary in Chennai?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Administrator roles in Chennai. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?

Most permanent teaching roles in Indian K-12 schools are open-ended after a 3–6 month probation. The offer letter you receive will state the exact terms, including probation, notice period and confirmation criteria.

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About the school

St. John's English School

Key facts about St. John's English School

Key facts
Founded
1981
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ANITHA EDISON
Affiliation #
1930005
Address
SECOND CROSS STREET NEAR C P W D QTRS. BESANT NAGAR CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, Second Cross Street, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600090

St. John's English School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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