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Receptionist

₹2.8L – ₹2.9L / yr1–3 yrsCloses 12 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Receptionist
School
St. John's English School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.8L – ₹2.9L per year
Experience
1–3 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Receptionist salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.8L
per year
Typical
₹2.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹2.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Receptionist

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  • 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.
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Job description

Overview

St. John's English School in Chennai, Tamilnadu is hiring a Receptionist. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About St. John's English School in Chennai, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 1981, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹2.8 LPA – ₹2.9 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the St. John's English School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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.

What is the salary for this Receptionist role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

What questions are asked in a Receptionist 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 Receptionist roles in Chennai.

What qualifications are required for a Receptionist?

The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Receptionist positions.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

How much experience do I need for this Receptionist role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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.

Who fits

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Role details

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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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