Office Assistant
at St.xavier's Public School · Ernakulam · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- St.xavier's Public School
- City
- Ernakulam
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹1.8L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 1 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 17 Jul 2026
Office Assistant salary in Ernakulam — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Office Assistant
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 27+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Office Assistant at St.xavier's Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. St.xavier's Public School in Ernakulam, Kerala functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1999,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Position: the Office Assistant sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹1.8 LPA – ₹4.4 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.xavier's 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 is the average Office Assistant salary in Ernakulam?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Office Assistant roles in Ernakulam. 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.
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.
What qualifications are required for a Office Assistant?
The role expects relevant qualifications and prior experience in a similar setup. Schools generally prefer candidates with verifiable training and references for Office Assistant positions.
How do I apply for this Office 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 Office Assistant role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Office Assistant application — St.xavier's Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why St.xavier's Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Office 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.
What questions are asked in a Office Assistant 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 Office Assistant roles in Ernakulam.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
Can I negotiate the salary at St.xavier's Public School?
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.
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Key facts about St.xavier's Public School
- Founded
- 1999
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SR.JASMIN RITA C
- Affiliation #
- 930826
St.xavier's Public School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Ernakulam, Kerala.
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