Library Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Library Assistant
- School
- St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur
- City
- Jagatsinghapur
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹17.7L – ₹18.3L per year
- Experience
- 2–5 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 1 Sept 2026
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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
An opening for a Library Assistant in Jagatsinghapur, Odisha at St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur, established 2004, is a senior secondary school in Jagatsinghapur, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Library Assistant sits in the support function and handles the assigned tasks daily. The role demands reliability, punctuality, and a service-oriented attitude. 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. Candidate requirements:
- Prior experience in a similar institutional role.
- Disciplined daily presence and good personal grooming.
- Comfortable working in a child-safe environment.
- Cooperative attitude towards supervisors and team members.
- Willing to learn and follow the school's protocols. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹1.5 LPA – ₹1.5 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this Library Assistant vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
How do I write an application email for this Library Assistant role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Library Assistant application — St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Library 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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Can I negotiate the salary at St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
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.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur
- Founded
- 2004
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ABDUL AZIM KHAN
- Affiliation #
- 1530123
St. Xavier's High School, Jagatsinghpur is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Jagatsinghapur, Odisha.
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