The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School is hiring a Personal Assistant to Principal — The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School in Chennai

The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School
Chennai, Tamil Nadufull-time₹15L – ₹21L / yrICSE17–20 yrs expPosted 7d ago

Key facts

Role
Personal Assistant to Principal — The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School
School
The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School
City
Chennai
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹15L – ₹21L per year
Experience
17–20 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1855

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Job description

Overview

Personal Assistant to Principal — The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School at The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School, Chennai. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: ICSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School, a ICSE school in Chennai, 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: The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School is a ICSE Day School in Vepery, Chennai.

What you'll handle as a Personal Assistant to Principal — The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School

Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.

Working in an ICSE school

This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Chennai

Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School located?

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

How do I apply for this Personal Assistant to Principal — The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School vacancy?

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Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

About The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School

The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1855, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

The Doveton Girls Higher Secondary School is a ICSE Day School in Vepery, Chennai.

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