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Office Assistant

₹2.7L – ₹5.3L / yr1–4 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Nilgiris, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 19d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Office Assistant
School
The Lawrence School
City
Nilgiris
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.7L – ₹5.3L per year
Experience
1–4 years
Posted
14 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Office Assistant salary in Nilgiris — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹2.7L
per year
Typical
₹4.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹5.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Office Assistant

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

The Lawrence School is looking for a Office Assistant in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. The Lawrence School, established 1858, is a senior secondary school in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. What the role looks like: as Office Assistant, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. What you will do:

  • Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
  • Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
  • Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
  • Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Requirements:
  • Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
  • Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
  • Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
  • Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
  • A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.7 LPA – ₹5.3 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the The Lawrence School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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 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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

The Lawrence School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Where exactly is The Lawrence School located?

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

What's the interview process like for this role?

Hiring usually takes 2–3 rounds: an initial call, a hands-on assessment, then a final round. Bring photocopies of your qualifications and at least one professional reference.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

Vacancies
3
About the school

The Lawrence School

Key facts about The Lawrence School

Key facts
Founded
1858
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Dhavala Venkata Someswara Rao
Affiliation #
1930001
Address
LOVEDALE OOTACAMUND THE NILGIRIS TAMIL NADU, Lovedale Ootacamund The, Nilgiris, Tamilnadu, 643003

The Lawrence School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1858, located in Nilgiris, Tamilnadu.

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