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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- The Universal School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.8L – ₹4.2L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Jul 2026
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Office Assistant
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
We are looking for a Office Assistant to join The Universal School in Mumbai, Maharashtra. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. The Universal School, established 1999, runs as a secondary campus in Mumbai, Maharashtra — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Context: the Office Assistant reports into the Administrator/Operations Head and works with other functional leads. Critical to keeping academic delivery free from operational friction. 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. 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 – ₹4.2 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the The Universal School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
How do I apply for this Office Assistant vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Office Assistant role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
What is the salary for this Office Assistant role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
Where exactly is The Universal School located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Role details
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- 1
The Universal School
Key facts about The Universal School
- Founded
- 1999
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
The Universal School is a secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1999, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.
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