Kolkata: Student Counsellor — G.D. Birla Centre For Education Job at G.D. Birla Centre For Education
G.D. Birla Centre For EducationKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — G.D. Birla Centre For Education
- School
- G.D. Birla Centre For Education
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹4.5L per year
- Experience
- 4–6 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
G.D. Birla Centre For Education (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — G.D. Birla Centre For Education. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 53+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
G.D. Birla Centre For Education, a CISCE school in Kolkata, 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: G.D. Birla Centre For Education is a CISCE Day School in Regent Park, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — G.D. Birla Centre For Education
Run individual and group counselling, screen for socio-emotional concerns, support career guidance and partner with parents on student wellbeing.
Working in a CISCE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
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.
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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
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.
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.
About G.D. Birla Centre For Education
G.D. Birla Centre For Education is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1973, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
G.D. Birla Centre For Education is a CISCE Day School in Regent Park, Kolkata.
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