Student Counsellor — Footprints Opening — Footprints, Bangalore
FootprintsKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Footprints
- School
- Footprints
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹6.1L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Footprints, a No Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Student Counsellor.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students
- Coordinate with parents, teachers and external specialists
- Maintain confidential case records
- Support inclusion and wellbeing initiatives
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Degree in Psychology / Social Work / Special Education as relevant
About the school: Footprints Kasavanahalli, established in 2013, is a nurturing and inclusive pre-primary and daycare centre tailored to children aged 6 months to 8 years. Built on the research-driven HighScope curriculum, the school emphasizes active, hands-on learning to foster cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
About Footprints
Footprints Kasavanahalli, established in 2013, is a nurturing and inclusive pre-primary and daycare centre tailored to children aged 6 months to 8 years. Built on the research-driven HighScope curriculum, the school emphasizes active, hands-on learning to foster cognitive, social, and emotional development.
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