Admissions Counsellor
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Key facts
- Role
- Admissions Counsellor
- School
- Cambridge High School
- City
- Panchgani
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.9L – ₹3.3L per year
- Experience
- 1–4 years
- Posted
- 20 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
- Established school — running for 29+ years.
Job description
Overview
Join Cambridge High School in Panchgani, Maharashtra as our next Admissions Counsellor. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. Cambridge High School, established 1997, runs as a secondary campus in Panchgani, Maharashtra — a State Board-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Role: the Admissions Counsellor 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. Responsibilities:
- Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.
- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.
- Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.
- Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.
- Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹1.9 LPA – ₹3.3 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 Cambridge High School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
Does Cambridge High School help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Panchgani offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Can I negotiate the salary at Cambridge High School?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (state-board) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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.
Where exactly is Cambridge High School located?
The school is in Panchgani, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What questions are asked in a Admissions Counsellor interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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Role details
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- 3
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Key facts about Cambridge High School
- Founded
- 1997
- Board
- State Board
- Type
- Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 25:1
Cambridge High School is a State Board-affiliated school in Panchgani, Maharashtra. It aims to provide quality education in an ideal setting, focusing on academic excellence and holistic development for boys and girls. The school's curriculum and teaching methods are designed to challenge and inspire students, preparing them for success in their academic and personal lives. Cambridge School aspires to provide quality education. The Students are prepared for examinations conducted by the "Maharashtra State Secondary Board of Education, English Medium". Cambridge is a school run and managed by the Cambridge Education Society. Cambridge High School aims to provide a sound education in an ideal circumstance for boys and girls of all communities from all over the world.
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