Receptionist
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Key facts
- Role
- Receptionist
- School
- Vidya Jyoti Academy
- City
- Darjeeling
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.4L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 3–7 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 15 Aug 2026
Receptionist salary in Darjeeling — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Receptionist
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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
Vidya Jyoti Academy is hiring a Receptionist in Darjeeling, West Bengal. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About the institution: Vidya Jyoti Academy in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 1990, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Position: the Receptionist sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹2.4 LPA – ₹5.2 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Vidya Jyoti Academy. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vidya Jyoti Academy follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How do I apply for this Receptionist 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 is the average Receptionist salary in Darjeeling?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Receptionist roles in Darjeeling. 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.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Vidya Jyoti Academy
Key facts about Vidya Jyoti Academy
- Founded
- 1990
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ARUN CHHETRI
- Affiliation #
- 2430176
Vidya Jyoti Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1990, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.
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