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Receptionist

₹2.3L – ₹4.7L / yr2–6 yrsCloses 27 Jul 24 days left
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Receptionist
School
St.johns Public School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.3L – ₹4.7L per year
Experience
2–6 years
Posted
1 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

Receptionist salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.3L
per year
Typical
₹3.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹4.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Receptionist

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24 days left

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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

St.johns Public School invites applications for a Receptionist in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. St.johns Public School in Chennai, Tamilnadu operates as a senior secondary school, established 2012, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: as Receptionist, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.3 LPA – ₹4.7 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and St.johns Public School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St.johns Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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Where exactly is St.johns Public School located?

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

How do I write an application email for this Receptionist role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Receptionist application — St.johns Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St.johns Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

What is the average Receptionist salary in Chennai?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist 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 accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

St.johns Public School

Key facts about St.johns Public School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHANTHI SAMUEL
Affiliation #
1930509
Address
LAKE- BUND ROAD, OFF PERUMBAKKAM MAIN ROAD, JALLADIANPET, MEDAVAKKAM, CHENNAI- 600 100, Lake- Bund Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600100

St.johns Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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