Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- The Sunshine School
- City
- Rajkot
- State
- Gujarat
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Middle Class
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹4.1L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 18 May 2026
- Closing date
- 28 Jul 2026
Office Assistant salary in Rajkot — 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
at The Sunshine School
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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
Applications are open for a Office Assistant at The Sunshine School in Rajkot, Gujarat. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. The Sunshine School in Rajkot, Gujarat is a middle school institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1972,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: the Office Assistant keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹3.3 LPA – ₹4.1 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the The Sunshine School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is The Sunshine School located?
The school is in Rajkot, Gujarat. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
What's the interview process like for this role?
Expect a screening call → a practical/skills round (role-specific) → a final interview with the relevant department head. Carry valid ID, references and any certifications.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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How much experience do I need for this Office Assistant role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
The Sunshine School
Key facts about The Sunshine School
- Founded
- 1972
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Middle Class
- Principal
- Amit Ashar
- Affiliation #
- 430603
The Sunshine School is a middle class affiliated to CBSE, established in 1972, located in Rajkot, Gujarat.
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Interview questions & answers for Office Assistant
Common questions Indian schools ask for Office Assistant roles in Rajkot (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Office Assistant brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why The Sunshine School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
2. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
3. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
4. What experience is most relevant to a Office Assistant role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — The Sunshine School wants to picture you on day one.
5. Why do you want to work at The Sunshine School?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Rajkot campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.
6. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Office Assistant band in Rajkot (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.