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Key facts
- Role
- Administrator
- School
- Vellore International School
- City
- Chennai
- State
- Tamil Nadu
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹2.5L – ₹3.6L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 25 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Aug 2026
Administrator salary in Chennai — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
ICSE schools sit close to the CBSE band, with 5-10% variance by chain.
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Vellore International School in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is accepting applications for a Administrator. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Vellore International School, established 2021, is a secondary school in Chennai, Tamil Nadu — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: the Administrator 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. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹2.5 LPA – ₹3.6 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Vellore International School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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 Vellore International 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.
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.
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.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vellore International School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What is the average Administrator salary in Chennai?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Administrator pay in Chennai varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
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Key facts about Vellore International School
- Founded
- 2021
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 12:1
Vellore International School is a secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 2021, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Classes follow a 12:1 student–teacher ratio.
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