Job Description

Department
Administration
Job posted on
Dec 03, 2025
Employee Type
Permanent

Namaste
The DAV Group - Chennai, functioning under the aegis of Tamil Nadu Arya Samaj Educational Society was established in 1970 at Gopalapuram in Chennai with just 50 students. The Group today, caters to over 40,000 students across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. It has a staff of 1500 plus which includes 1,200 teachers. Four of our branches have been consistently ranked amongst top 15 schools in the country.

In addition to K-12 schooling, DAV has recently ventured into Higher Education with DAV-SMK Fomra College of Arts & Science at Kelambakkam, Chennai.

Summary

We are seeking a reliable and organized

Office Executive

for our school office. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree (or relevant qualification), strong MS Office skills (especially Excel and Word), and good communication and organizational abilities. Prior experience in a school office or educational setting is preferred. The role involves handling records and documentation, managing office operations and communications, assisting with student/staff/parent enquiries, and supporting overall school administration and day-to-day tasks.

Educational Qualification & Eligibility

Bachelor's degree or higher (in any discipline) OR a diploma relevant to office administration or clerical work. Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, email). Prior experience in school administration or educational institution is a plus.(Preferred)

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Serve as first point of contact: receive and respond to phone calls, emails, parent/student/staff enquiries, and manage basic front-office reception duties. Maintain student and staff records, attendance registers, confidential files, and general paperwork -- both electronic and physical filing. Prepare correspondence, reports, letters, notices; manage office documentation, data entry, spreadsheets and basic databases. Manage day-to-day office operations: distribution of mail, maintaining office supplies/inventory, coordinating internal communications, ensuring office systems are organized. Assist in school administrative tasks such as fee collection/recording (if applicable), coordinating meetings/events, and supporting staff/students as needed. Provide support for school events, meetings, and communications between parents, students and staff. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a welcoming office environment for visitors, parents, students and staff.

Job type: Full time
Salary shall commensurate with experience