Kolkata: Personal Assistant to Principal — The Central Modern School Job at The Central Modern School

The Central Modern School
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹11L – ₹18L / yrICSE13–17 yrs expPosted 5d ago

Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal — The Central Modern School
School
The Central Modern School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹18L per year
Experience
13–17 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School

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Job description

Overview

The Central Modern School, a ICSE school in Kolkata, is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 2-6 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Situated in Barasat, Kolkata, The Central Modern School is a well-established co-ed English medium school. Following the CISCE curriculum from pre-nursery to class 12, the school ensures personalized attention with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Renowned for its experienced faculty and modern facilities, the school focuses on holistic development, nurturing academic excellence, and ethical values.

Common questions about this role

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

About The Central Modern School

Situated in Barasat, Kolkata, The Central Modern School is a well-established co-ed English medium school. Following the CISCE curriculum from pre-nursery to class 12, the school ensures personalized attention with a low student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Renowned for its experienced faculty and modern facilities, the school focuses on holistic development, nurturing academic excellence, and ethical values.

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