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Receptionist

₹2.7L – ₹5.3L / yr2–5 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Chennai, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 27d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Receptionist
School
Vani Vidyalaya
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.7L – ₹5.3L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

Receptionist salary in Chennai — 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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Receptionist

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  • 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

An opening for a Receptionist in Chennai, Tamilnadu at Vani Vidyalaya. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Vani Vidyalaya, established 2002, runs as a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. What the role looks like: as Receptionist, 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹2.7 LPA – ₹5.3 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Vani Vidyalaya 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 average Receptionist salary in Chennai?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist roles in Chennai. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Vani Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

Is English fluency required?

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

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

What questions are asked in a Receptionist interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Receptionist roles in Chennai.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Vani Vidyalaya

Key facts about Vani Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2002
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
A VIDHYAVATHI
Affiliation #
1930186
Address
NO 12 VEMBULIAMMAN KOIL STREET WEST K K NAGAR CHENNAI TAMIL NADU, No 12 Vembuliamman, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600078

Vani Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2002, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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