Library Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Library Assistant
- School
- St Mary's Cathedral Public School
- City
- Alappuzha
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.3L – ₹2.2L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 26 May 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Jul 2026
Library Assistant salary in Alappuzha — snapshot
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Library Assistant
at St Mary's Cathedral Public School
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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.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Library Assistant to join St Mary's Cathedral Public School in Alappuzha, Kerala. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. St Mary's Cathedral Public School, established 1991, is a senior secondary campus in Alappuzha, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: the Library Assistant is part of the wider support team. Essential to keeping classrooms, common areas, and shared facilities ready through the school day. Day to day, you will:
- Reach campus on time and complete the morning checklist.
- Carry out routine tasks per the published rota.
- Respond to ad-hoc requests from teachers and supervisors.
- Maintain the assigned register/log as required.
- Close the day with a handover and area check before leaving. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Steady prior experience in the same/similar function.
- The maturity to handle the school environment with care.
- A clean track record and verifiable references.
- The fitness and discipline the role demands.
- A genuine sense of ownership for the assigned area. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹1.3 LPA – ₹2.2 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the St Mary's Cathedral Public School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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How do I apply for this Library Assistant vacancy?
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I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
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Is school transport available for staff?
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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.
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 long does it take to hear back after applying?
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What questions are asked in a Library Assistant interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St Mary's Cathedral Public School
Key facts about St Mary's Cathedral Public School
- Founded
- 1991
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- REENA PHILIP
- Affiliation #
- 930477
St Mary's Cathedral Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Alappuzha, Kerala.
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